Do you get an idea about people's personality... from the way they handshake ?

Alice, I agree that handshakes are a tell-tale sign to first impressions. I don't initially trust a person that hands you a "dead fish" wimpy handshake. It's like they are hiding something. A too strong handshake that almost bruises your hand can be fearful as well. Like they are ready to pounce and attack. It's interesting to see how this first impression plays out. I find it is often like wearing your heart on your sleeve.