EYE CONTACT
The most important indication of self-confidence is to maintain eye contact while listening and, even more importantly, while speaking.
AN OPEN BODY POSTURE
Stand and sit up straight in open positions. For example, with arms by your side, not folded, or hands lightly crossed. Position feet with one more forward than the other.
OCCUPY THE SPACE YOU DESERVE
Rather than making yourself look small by holding your hands together and folding your feet around each other, give the illusion that your body is taking up a lot of space, displaying self-assurance.
PRACTICE YOUR HANDSHAKE
How you shake someone’s hand shapes the way they feel about you. So, practice with friends to get a good balance – ensuring it’s firm but not too aggressive and never limp.
SMILING IS AN ALL-ROUNDER
Not only can smiling release feel good endorphins relaxing you, but it also sets everyone else at ease and projects a positive ‘can do’ approach.
THE NO FIDGET RULE
As tempting as they are, especially when you’re nervous, try not to tap your pen, shuffle paper or tap your feet. It’s OK to be animated and talk with your hands but looking in control means you are.
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