First impressions play an important role both personally and professionally that human beings will measure another up to afterwards. Facade refers to the exterior or of false impressions.
Professionally, the first impression one gives especially during the interview process is critical as we all know of being confident but not cocky and friendly but not becoming your best friend. Ironically, finding that middle ground is almost impossible plus has little to do with one’s capabilities and personality. Truthfully, the confident handshake and smile reminds me of politicians and used car salesmen.
Personally, I have heard the line of, “ you’re not the person who I thought you were when we first met,” of putting so much trust in the first impression of someone that it doesn’t give much room to be a human being who is imperfect and makes mistakes. My response normally of asking that person what his/her gut feeling was at the time which is often ignored.
Honestly, when I meet someone for the first time, I trust my instincts and the energy I feel around them as I hope that they will do the same thing for me. So, no matter how one acts, I can see who one for who they are without the flash and the glitter.
Glowing in Imperfection,
Leslie Elizabeth David.
The Magnificent Modern Mature Woman 