What your body language says about you!

Significant signals

Our body language sends much more straightforward and meaningful messages to those around us than we often realize. But can use your body language to be more successful in life?

Straight, firm stance

To leave a successful impression, it is important to stand straight and upright. Let your shoulders and arms hang relaxed. This symbolizes openness and stability at the same time.

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Shaking hands

When you shake someone's hand, make sure that your hands remain downward to communicate that you are treating each other with respect. If your hands and a person's hand are turned upwards, this shows dominance.

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Clean shoes

When you leave the room, remember: Women look at the back of men's shoes, according to body language experts Allan and Barbara Pease. Make sure your shoes are clean!

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Walking through a room

Even confident people sometimes become insecure when they walk through a room and everyone's eyes are on them. In such situations, avoid tugging on your sleeve, since this conveys insecurity. Instead, walk upright and confidently through the room and seek eye contact with those around.

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Follow James Bond as an example

When having a conversation, speak calmly and slowly and use only a few gestures. Take James Bond as an example: Successful and self-confident people have their gestures under control.

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Keep appropriate distance

Keep a reasonable distance from people you don't know. This shows respect towards their “intimacy zone”, according to Allan and Barbara Pease.

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Vital gait

Walk with controlled, determined steps. This shows that you have a goal and have a drive towards it.

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Smile

Smile! An open, friendly, unpretentious smile will open doors for you. When dealing with people you don't yet know, remain friendly, but always politely distant. Respect your boundaries and those of others.

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Fake it, 'til you make it

Just as our feelings are expressed in our body language, our posture also influences our feelings and thoughts. Try it out and you will be amazed!

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