Speed dating

OK, that's an interesting experience.  I just observed/lived through that process with UTEP 5 this past week, and everyone is successfully matched with a CI.  What was that like for you guys last year?   We're you as nervous as this group was?  It's a pretty harrowing experience - how do you manage to convey to people what you are like in 8 minutes?  Many of this year's CIs are new and they were nervous, too.  There was quite a bit of emotion in the room.

Did your first impression of your first CI stick?  Did it change quickly?  I wonder if it matters as much as you think it matters at the time.

If you feel like posting an answer to any of these questions, please do.