A strong first impression in an interview can make the difference between getting hired or rejected, especially when interviewing for jobs with annual salaries of $100,000 or more. Your introduction ...

If you want to boost your perceived credibility, you do not necessarily need to gain new accolades or qualifications. Sometimes, it’s as easy as reframing the experiences you already have. First ...

Last week, we talked about the problem of overintroducing yourself—that exhausting habit of piling on credentials, experiences, and qualifications until your listener’s eyes glaze over. We explored ...

You know the scenario. It could be in an online meeting, or perhaps you are seated around a boardroom table. The meeting leader asks everyone to briefly introduce themselves. Suddenly, your brain goes ...

How many times a week do you introduce yourself? Whether it’s in person, virtually, one-on-one, in a large group, or formally or informally, you probably introduce yourself many times a week. Perhaps ...

For each Penn student, there exists a specific type of connection. By virtue of seeing them around campus, you might know their name or recognize their face. A curt nod of acknowledgement might be ...

Introducing yourself to someone at a bar whom you're attracted to is a bit passé in modern society. About 40% of heterosexual couples now first meet online, compared with 2% in 1995. But if you're in ...

Networking events can be intimidating, but they also offer great opportunities to make valuable connections and promote your business. One critical aspect of networking success is the first impression ...