Seven seconds. That’s all it takes for someone to form a first impression. That means you have less than one-ninth of a minute to show the world your shine.
The power of that first impression, at the right moment, with the right person, is immeasurable. It could lead to a new colleague, creative project or a beautiful relationship. By this time, you may be used to perfecting in-real-life first impressions with a smart smile, articulate introduction and concentrated eye contact. But how can you translate this to the digital world?
In today’s modern age, we live with one toe always dipped in the online world. The one where pictures cannot be torn up and maybe not-so flattering links persist our best SEO.
For what you do, there is always someone else on the Internet that looks like they’re doing it better. This is a world where our online identity is spread across dozens of constantly-changing social networks, making it almost impossible to ensure that your “first impression” is always in your control.
via The Importance of Taking Back Control of Your Online Identity.
