First Impressions — Ace the First 5 Seconds in Interviews, Presentations, and Networking Calls
🗓️ Join us on September 10th!
Whether you're interviewing, networking, presenting, or meeting someone for the first time, the first few seconds shape how people perceive you.
In this interactive workshop, executive career coach Karen Worthy shares the science behind first impressions and the practical techniques you can use to project confidence, warmth, and executive presence from the moment the conversation begins.
You'll learn simple strategies you can apply before every important meeting to make a stronger, more authentic impression.
💡 What will attendees leave with?
A repeatable routine to prepare mentally and physically before interviews, presentations, and networking conversations.
Techniques to project confidence, warmth, and executive presence during the critical first moments of any interaction.
Practical tips for improving virtual and in-person first impressions through body language, energy, and communication.
🎯 Who is this session for?
This session is designed for professionals and leaders who want to make stronger first impressions in interviews, networking conversations, presentations, client meetings, or leadership interactions. It's especially valuable for anyone who wants to communicate confidence and credibility from the very beginning of a conversation.
✅ How should participants show up?
Come ready to participate and reflect on your own communication style. Having your camera on is encouraged so you can practice some of the techniques during the session. No preparation is required. Just bring an open mind and be ready to put a few simple strategies into practice.
🎙️ More about the Speaker
Karen Worthy is an executive career transition coach, helping leaders define their goals and land their dream role. Her approach is often practical and tactical, stemming from her background that includes Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Recruiting, and HR. She’s led organizations within multiple Fortune 50 companies (Amazon, Procter & Gamble) as well as multiple start-up companies. Her hands-on approach with her clients helps them accelerate their job search, often landing roles in half the time of their peers. She specializes in everything from personal branding (resumes/LI profiles), networking for the search, interview preparation, salary negotiations, and more.
You can connect with her on LinkedIn or learn more about her services on her website, Worthy Career Paths.
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