Why is your introduction the foundation?
Is starting a conversation or beginning a new project, sort of daunting to you? The moment you think about going to that next social gathering or think of that new idea of yours, you know you will have to show up and introduce yourself in some capacity. The first “Hello, my name is…” makes it easier to do the next one and typing up the introductory paragraph makes it easier to complete the body of work. Which is why I say the introduction is the foundation. It makes it easier to build up from there. The tricky part is knowing if you are aware of what your intention is before you decide on what to discuss or do.
Often recruiters or mentors give that “impressions is everything” pep talk for motivational purposes. I think society is at a place where we care immensely on what other’s think of us. The “first impression is everything” line really puts the pressure on your introduction. For some that is all the motivation they need to come correct. However I think there are some that take that line and begin to feel unprepared for what they are invited to or called to do. This doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t care about how other perceive you or your work as. You should however become intentional when you begin. You’ll realize it becomes immature if you don’t. The conversation will dwell fast and you may miss out on an opportunity.
This applies to projects as well. Why do you want to do it? You could be starting a paper because you want to write a book one day. Therefore you should start your writing debut paper with the intent of building your craft in writing for your book in the future. This is more of a practice analogy but that’s typically what projects are for. To practice for the perfect moment, so your always ready.
How you introduce yourself to someone can be meaningless. Those meaningless interactions could warm your vocal chords up for meaningful interactions. The meaningful one’s apply more to the introduction is foundation theory, because the goal is to build a relationship with this interaction. Business relationships, platonic relationships, work relationships, romantic, etc. All have had an introduction happen. I think business relationships tend to be the most inquired to make since the intention is clear, “I want to make money with you and how can I contribute.” There is a common goal with business relationships. Romantic and platonic relationships are another common relationship that the introduction means a lot when it is intentional. You’ll notice unintentional people who go for any of these relationships, usually result in confusing conflicts or missed opportunities.
I’m here to help you avoid that. Simply by telling you to become more intentional with what you want. Therefore your introduction is smooth and it helps build something that can help you out tremendously in the long run while satisfying your curiosity.
