Feb. 4, 2026

How People Judge You in the First 30 Seconds (And What to Do About It)

How People Judge You in the First 30 Seconds (And What to Do About It)

In today’s episode, we explore how first impressions are formed within the first 30 seconds of meeting someone. Through a real-life example from a content creator's meetup, we discuss the subtle behaviors that influence how we perceive others.

Key takeaways include understanding that people decide how they feel before they decide what they think, and that initial interactions should prioritize making others feel at ease.

00:00 Introduction: The Power of First Impressions

00:29 Real-Life Example: Content Creator Meetup

01:40 The Subtlety of First Impressions

03:19 The Aha Moment: Group Introductions

05:11 Key Takeaways: Letting the Moment Breathe

05:36 Conclusion: The Feeling You Create

This is the Brands On Brands Podcast with Brandon Birkmeyer

www.brandsonbrands.com

Don't forget to get your own personal branding scorecard at:

https://www.brandsonbrands.com/scorecard

CONNECT WITH ME

Connect with me on social media:

https://www.brandsonbrands.com/mylinks

READ MY BOOK - FRONT & CENTER LEADERSHIP

I launched a new book and author website. Check it out here.

https://www.brandonbirkmeyer.com/fcl

CHECK OUT MY COURSES

Get tactical trainings and access to one-on-one coaching!

https://www.brandsonbrands.com/courses

SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER

Get the latest news and trends on all things personal branding and the creator economy.

https://www.brandsonbrands.com/newsletter