Coaching for Leaders

169: Six Ways to Recover From a Bad First Impression, with John Corcoran

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John Corcoran

If you make a bad first impression, all is not lost. John Corcoran and I detail six things you can do when the first impression doesn’t land.

Key Points

1. Decide Whether or Not to Take Action

2. Take Swift Action and Apologize Immediately
3. Admit Your Mistake, but Don’t Dwell on It
4. Apologize Later, Even If Time Has Passed
5. Pivot
6. Be Consistent Over Time

John appeared previously on two other episodes:

  • How to Create Your Personal Networking Plan (episode 106)
  • The Practical Pursuit of Work-Life Balance (episode 123)
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