Harvard researchers reveal the two-step approach to make an incredible first impression

Back in the days of cavemen, if a stranger wandered into your camp claiming they could make fire, you'd probably be skeptical at first. Your first reaction would be to assess whether this new person was trustworthy or posed a danger to the tribe. Then, once you realized they weren't dangerous, you could try to suss out whether they were actually good at making fire.Once the newcomer proved trustworthy and competent, you'd probably strike a deal, trading some bearskin for a roaring fire.These evolutionary tendencies to assess trustworthiness first and competence second are among the most pra...