Not an X-Rated movie — real contact. All the emails and social media connections aside eventually the face-to-face will be the final act in getting hired.
The reason most design professionals get hired is not what everyone thinks — great skills — outstanding portfolio — recognized agencies — peppered throughout one’s resume. Yes — all vital to success but the real reason — personal referral from a present or former employer. Not a letter of reference but over the phone.
Anthroposemiotics — the field dedicated to understanding how people communicate. A fascinating topic — constantly evolving — best and right way to send a message the receiver will understand clearly and simple. As one of the most important part of flesh connections — pressing the flesh is an important part of the business world and rarely discussed.
Depending on social behavior — a handshake is a welcome, thank you and acceptance all rolled into one with variations and cultural influences no longer just isolated to just men. The urban dictionary’s definition: “To meet people in person, particularly at an event where you can network with other people. The actual pressing of flesh here refers to shaking hands with people”.
A dainty grab is not going to fly. It does not matter who’s hand you’re shaking — make it the perfect handshake.
