# 007: You only have 20 seconds to make a great first impression An episode of [Interview Boss](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1532649035), 8 Feb 2021, 26 min. Audio: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/578eae49-1ca1-4371-9f43-ee1a185a5df0.mp3 Research suggests that in the first 20 seconds of meeting your interviewer, they may have ALREADY made their mind up about your skill, ability and knowledge. So how do you make sure that first impression is a great one?! It’s down to the little things. In this episode we talk about all the things that can help shape that first impression in a face to face or video interview. We tackle the awkward covid handshake question, talk about why too early is just as bad as late, and even share a true story about how fidgeting can completely rule you out. Want more job seeker tips and tricks? We put out new episodes every week, so hit subscribe so you don't miss out! πŸ“„ Watch Amy Cuddy talk more about power posing: https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are?language=en πŸ“„ Study on first impressions in interviews: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/313878823_The_importance_of_first_impressions_in_a_job_interview πŸ“„ To get our FREE resume template go to www.interviewboss.com.au/resources πŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram πŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources www.interviewboss.com.au πŸ™Œ Don't forget to join us in the Facebook group for a supportive job seeker community. Shows are listed from Apple Podcasts' charts and directory, and Podcast Index where it is used. Every show and episode belongs to its publisher and plays from the publisher's own feed; this site hosts none of them.