First Impressions for the Business Professional

Your business communication skills are critical in Corporate America and your first impressions can make or break your reputation in seconds. Virtual everyone communicates with someone on a daily basis but very few of us are aware of the first impression we leave with others. This is vital in the business world as job interviews, making a sale, or even giving a presentation can be impacted in the first few seconds of the interaction with others. First Impressions for the Business Professional - Why Some of Excel and Most of us Fail is written from a first person perspective working for a Fortune 500 Company for 10 years. The tools and techniques in this book have been tested and proven to work in Corporate America.

This book provides a comprehensive framework for making great first impressions in the business world. You'll learn how to build on that initial interaction to create key business relationships which are considered the lifeline of business success.

In this book you'll learn critical business communication skills like: Craft the perfect elevator pitch Learn how to deal with tough job interviewing questions with ease Build rapport instantly Learn presentation skills that enable others to want to listen from start to finish Master small talk and always have a conversation starter in your back pocket Learn key listening skills to build on any conversation Facilitate a business meeting with confidence Discover the keys to a great first impression on the phone Master business networking events

Imagine having the ability to walk into a room full of strangers and instantly connect with them. This skill can help you become more successful in your professional and personal life. These tools and techniques will provide you with a competitive advantage that will set you apart from 99% of your peers. Once you read this book you will understand why they are some of the best kept secrets in business. They can open doors for your career, create opportunities in the future, and help provide ever lasting relationship in your professional and personal life.