Making a good impression at work, school or in your personal life is about more than what you say. It’s also about your presentation. Mannerisms, posture and even the way you sit can say so much about you.
That’s why it’s important to be aware of what your body language tells the world. Let’s say you’re interviewing for a new job. If you understand your own body language habits, you can use that knowledge to your advantage and present yourself in a way that leads you to success. Use these body language tips to show the world how confident, capable and personable you are.
Practice Good Posture
People often get in the habit of slouching when they sit or stand, but if you want to look more authoritative, Forbes recommends straightening your posture. By keeping your shoulders high, but not too stiff, you’ll communicate that you’re both at ease and confident.
Smile When Appropriate
A genuine smile or appropriate laugh can give off a warmer, friendlier vibe to others — but don’t force it or smile nonstop, or you may come across as awkward or artificial. In an interview or meeting, an honest smile can make you look more approachable and even help break the ice if either of you feels nervous.
Look Engaged
One of the best ways to make a good impression is to show interest in what the person you’re with has to say. You can show you’re engaged in the conversation by leaning forward slightly, maintaining eye contact and nodding or smiling at the right times. Being present in the current moment can show focus, commitment and respect.
Speak With Your Hands
Hand gestures may help people take their thoughts and communicate them in more meaningful ways. This could be of benefit to you if you’re trying to make a connection with someone. According to Huffington Post, hand gestures can also make you look friendlier and more engaged, so it’s a win-win if you can apply some hand gestures in your conversations.
Mirror Other Movements
Forbes reports that one of the secrets to getting someone to like you is to mirror their movements as they talk. If you adjust your body similarly to theirs as you communicate, this shows that you like and agree with their ideas. Physically showing you’re in mutual agreement with your conversation partner may improve your relationship faster. In the professional world, that be the deciding factor that earns you a new job or promotion.
Practice a Firm Handshake
If you’re feeling nervous prior to a professional meeting or interview, you might end up giving a timid handshake. While this may seem like a minor detail, a handshake can have a major impact on the other person’s opinion of you. Practicing a firm handshake may help paint you as more confident and set a better tone for the rest of the conversation.
Using the right body language can help you create better relationships, especially in your professional life. Practice these movements and gestures, and you might not only portray confidence in your interactions — you might start to feel more confident as well. A little effort and self-awareness can help you become a body language master in no time.
~Here’s to Your Success!
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