First Impression

You only have one chance to make a first impression!  Some salient points from this article from Forbes
5 Ways To Make a Killer First Impression

Set an intention. before attending an event think about what kind of people you want to meet and what kind of interactions you want to have. This can be an incredibly grounding experience and works very well to focus on what kind of energy you want to have for your event.

Think about your ornaments. Clothes, make-up, jewelry, watches and shoes ...people definitely take these into account when making initial judgments. For many men...their watch can say a lot about them. For women, purses and large earrings or jewelry can also indicate a lot ...

Be Conscious of Your Body Language...simply being aware of your body language can result in immediate improvements. Subconscious cues to keep in mind include noticing where you point your feet, the position of your shoulders, and the way you shake hands.

Avoid bad days. If you are in a depressed or anxious mood, others will pick up on this from your facial expressions, comments and body language. If you’re having a bad day, stay home! Otherwise, find a way to snap yourself out of your bad mood (funny videos, workout)

 Be interested and interesting. When you are meeting people for the first time approach others with a genuine interest in who they are. This is often contagious...when you are interested because they become interested.