A Second Look at First ImpressionsYou never get a second chance to make a first impression. This is a common mantra from parents, professional coaches, and other mentors. First impressions are formed based on analyzing the person's behaviors and characteristics, often using our own values ​​and beliefs as a gauge. Once formed, first impressions can be difficult to change. My first impressions of John painted him in a specific light. After reflection and reflection, I was challenged to look beyond my initial findings and seek a deeper understanding. The same situations can occur in relationships between leaders and followers. What if we took the time to revisit our first impression? How can we revise someone else's first impression of us? In order to successfully motivate their followers, leaders must pay attention to first impressions and how they impact determining the best approach. Forming First ImpressionsFirst impressions are created by the overall impression. Although different labels can be used, two common categories of first impressions are competence and morality (Pagliaro, Brambilla, Sacchi, D'Angelo, & Ellemers, 2013). Competence is related to how a person performs in a meaningful way and can be a symbol of dominance. Morality refers to how a person connects and can be described as safe. Impressions of competence and morality are not equal (Pagliaro et al., 2013). It is often the case that a first impression is made based on moral traits rather than skills. It seems that first impressions are based more on an emotional connection than on rational analysis. This is important to realize as we each create and form our first impressions with our partners, colleagues, leaders, and followers. Feeling safe and warm is in the middle of one's existence, the leader can personalize the motivators to lead to success. Conclusion First impressions are inevitable and made disproportionately on an individual's assessment of values. Labels give someone else's impression of the situation and should not be used to form an impression. Impressions can be changed if one is willing to seek the truth from multiple angles to form an inclusive view of humanity. Leaders who continue to move beyond their followers' initial impressions will find new opportunities to understand, connect, and motivate.ReferencesClark, DR (2014). Leadership and human behavior. Retrieved from http://www.nwlink.com/~donclark/leader/leadhb.html.Pagliaro, S., Brambilla, M., Sacchi, S., D'Angelo, M. and Ellemers, N. (2013) . First impressions determine behavior: morality predicts willingness to help newcomers. Journal of Business Ethics, 117(1), 37-44.