How To Introduce Yourself Professionally & Casually

We all have frequently heard that the first impression is the last impression hence it is really important to introduce yourself professionally & casually in a very impressive manner. The mark you make on the first day is going to stay longer on others. The way you introduce yourself to others in the first meeting will determine how you will be perceived by others in future interactions.

Few situations where you need to introduce yourself

• When you are giving an interview
• Meeting a new colleague, acquaintance or interacting with someone new in a social gathering  
• Making new friends and professional connections
• Recruiting employees 

Things to keep in mind while introducing yourself

• It should be crisp and clear.
• It should neither be too long nor too short.
• It should look original and not a learned speech
• It is not recommended to keep it completely professional or technical.

Now, let’s explore how to introduce yourself professionally or casually to make the best impression on others

Start with a good self-introduction – Self-introduction usually covers 3 points i.e. your name, your occupational qualifications, and something specific that others intended to know. The last part keeps on changing as per the situation and circumstances. It depends on the purpose of the meeting. A self-introduction should be covered in limited words but it should be reflective of your personality.

Be aware of the environment – You must be aware of the place and environment where you are going to meet someone professionally or casually for the first time. Every place requires different attire so you need to get ready according to the environment. If you do not dress up as per the scenario it will hamper your very impressive self-introduction as well. Moreover, you will feel odd in the environment.

Don’t beat about the bush – Be precise and relevant while introducing yourself. Listen to the questions properly during interactive interactions and answer to the point.

Give details of your achievements –While introducing yourself professionally, it is very important to highlight your achievement during your professional years. You need to share with your interviewer how you have helped your last organization in achieving new heights. This would help to build your value.

Explain your job profile – During your interview, it is very important to go beyond the job title. You need to explain your job duties in your previous organization. You can explain various tasks you perform during your working hours. Make sure that the job duties you are explaining are relevant to the profile for which you are giving the interview.

Prepare well – Don’t take the interview casually. If you are going for the first interview make sure that you practice a mock interview to gain confidence. For casual interactions as well, prepare what all things need to discuss with your colleagues.

Make sure you put your best front forward while introducing yourself casually or professionally. These tips will surely help.