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When meeting a new person, those first few seconds and minutes really do matter. So it’s worth thinking about how you might make a good first impression.

• Keep your facial expressions soft and warm

• Smile and relax your facial muscles

• Don’t squint your eyebrows to avoid looking angry

• Keep your body posture relaxed and upright

• Maintain eye contact when meeting or speaking to another person

• Wear clean, appropriate, and properly fitting clothing

• Make sure your hair, hands, and body are washed and well-kept

• Speak in a clear, warm voice

A motto is a slogan or favorite saying, like "When life hands you lemons, make lemonade." A motto is something you might see on a t-shirt or bumper sticker — a short sentence or phrase that has meaning for that person.

A motto would be something like, "I always say, you get out of life what you put into it."

How do you want to be perceived?
Here are a few examples that you can use or change to make your own:

• "We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated." (Maya Angelou)

• "Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken."

• “One person can make a difference.”

• "Keep your eyes on the prize."

• “Every day is a second chance.”

• "Tomorrow is another day."

• "Work hard and be kind."

• "I live my dream every day."

• "NEVER GIVE UP!"

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