Legal Skills Series: The First Impression: How Not to be a Richard! With Holly Lewsey

Summary
It is said that a job interviewer will make a decision on a candidate in just over 6 minutes. If this is the case then I would argue that there is no skill more important that making a great first impression. You could be a skilled negotiator, have an incredible eye for detail or be an exquisite advocate, but if you can't persuade anyone to give you a job then what use is all of that?

In the third episode of our legal skills series we discuss the crucial art of making a great first impression or more importantly how not to make a bad first impression - or as we have affectionately phrased it (to ensure we can keep our 12a rating) "how not to be a Richard!".  A great first impression can't get you a job, but a bad first impression can certainly lose you it.

Please note: No Richard's were (intentionally) offended in the recording of this podcast.

Today's Co-Host
Making her podcast debut and guaranteed to give a great first impression, I am joined by my colleague, Holly Lewsey. See Holly's bio below:

An experienced intellectual property solicitor.Completed her training contract at a silver circle firm.Has extensive experience both in private practice and in house. 

Act now! Make a difference!
Believe it or not I practice my first impressions. As with any skill it is something you can hone and perfect. So what are you waiting for! Find yourself a mirror and play out some scenarios. How would you greet someone in person vs a Zoom/Teams interview? How would you build rapport with someone who appears disinterested or indifferent? So many things to think about and so little time. You better get moving.

Special Thanks To:

Ishaan Jolly who has provided the superb voiceover for the You've Been Served Intro/Outro. Check out his gig on Fiverr.