By definition, you only ever get one first impression. And in some cases the future you have in mind may depend on it. It's annoying, therefore, that making the right one isn't always straightforward. Any number of things could let you down: your appearance, how you present yourself, what you do, what you say… Read more »
Not long ago, on my bus journey home from work, I sat next to a rather attractive young lady who smiled politely at me as I sat down. Thinking nothing of it, I returned the gesture and set about my normal routine on the way home: eyes front, sit patiently, wait to arrive at my destination.
When I reached my… Read more »