Negative first impressions are particularly difficult to shake. The optimist in us will count on a second chance to recover from whatever reputational harm we may have done to ourselves in our first encounter with a new boss, neighbor or client, but the reality is that it’s not so easy. The good news is that we never run out of opportunities to make first impressions. Think about all the people you meet at networking events, new jobs, parties, interviews, and a plethora of other social events. To ensure you make the best of these many opportunities, try following these three simple yet powerful strategies.