It only takes between 10-30 seconds for someone to form an opinion about you when you first meet. And it is often your body language that determines whether or not people will have a positive or negative perception of you. Being aware of your body language, especially in a business setting could be the key to making or breaking relationships and ultimately have an impact on your success.

We’ve compiled a list of the Top 5 Body Language Mistakes that people make in the workplace without even knowing it!

• Poor posture – did you know that slouching over or having poor posture gives others the impression that you are insecure, lazy or generally unhappy? Although it may not always be easy due to bad backs or fatigue, try sitting or standing with a straight back and elongated neck. This instantly gives off the appearance of confidence, strength and credibility!
• Avoiding eye contact – Lack of eye contact during conversation often implies deception; meanwhile studies suggest that holding eye contact while speaking to someone has an impact on your ability to persuade them.
• Having a weak handshake – Try to find a happy –medium, no “dead fish” or “bone-crusher” grips.
• Not smiling – Smiling gives off the impression that you are approachable and trustworthy. It also stimulates your own sense of well-being.
• Using big hand movements – Fidgeting or using big hand movements demonstrates weakness in the workplace. In business, small gestures tend to validate the most important points.

 

The way you present yourself and the proper use of body language could be your key to great success in the workplace. We hope these tips were helpful!

Do you have any body language tips that you’d like to share? We’d love to hear them!

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