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#138: The Power of First Impressions: Navigating The World of Appearances

#138: The Power of First Impressions: Navigating The World of Appearances

Update: 2025-10-14
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In this episode of Asking For A Friend with TalkDoc, co-hosts Dr. Pamela Kreiser, Meredith Edwards Nagel, and Teighlor Polendo explore the profound impact of appearance on personal and professional relationships. From the concept of “pretty privilege” to the influence of grooming and scent, they delve into how your look can shape perceptions and opportunities. The discussion includes insights on confidence, the balance between natural beauty and grooming, and the societal biases tied to physical attributes. Listen in as they share practical advice on controlling aspects of your appearance to make positive first impressions and achieve your goals.


Music by epidemic sound.


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Resources : 


Beauty and the Labor Market: Accounting for the Additional Effects of Personality and Grooming (Robins, Homer & French, 2011)


https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1467-9914.2010.00511.x


The Role of Fragrance and Self-esteem in Perception of Body Odors and Impressions of Others
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8592444/

Links :


AFAF Episode #95: Can't Touch This! The Power of Nonverbal Touch


https://youtu.be/4uMLVaXXDQg


AFAF Episode #99: I Don't Like Your Tone! The Power of Nonverbal Paralanguage


https://youtu.be/Bpyaqgug-XQ

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#138: The Power of First Impressions: Navigating The World of Appearances

#138: The Power of First Impressions: Navigating The World of Appearances

Dr. Pamela Kreiser