When it comes to communication, as humans, most of the time, we express our thoughts and feelings non-verbally. Actions they say speak louder than words. And no, it is not another cliché. Think about this: we express anger and disapproval by frowning, we hold hands for solidarity and support, we twitch our lips and hiss to show contempt, and we fidget when we are afraid, to mention a few.

Body language or non-verbal communication can be very effective if handled carefully and could be very damaging if taken with kids’ glove. Here are some body languages that could be doing you more harm than good in the work place:

1. Breaking eye contact too soon: This can make you seem untrustworthy or overly nervous. Hold eye contact a hair longer, especially during a handshake.

2. Nodding too much:  Even if you agree with what’s being said, nod once and then try to remain still.

3. Crossing your arms:  This makes you look defensive, especially when you’re answering questions. Try to keep your arms at your sides.

4. Holding your hands behind your back (or firmly in your pockets)  makes you look stiff. Aim for a more relaxed hands-at-sides posture.

5. Looking up or looking around: This is a natural cue that you're lying or not being yourselves. Try to hold steady eye contact at all times when being spoken to.

6. Failing to smile: This can make people uncomfortable, and wonder if you really want to be there. Go for a genuine smile especially when meeting someone for the first time.

7. Stepping back when you’re asking for a decision:  This conveys fear or uncertainty. Stand your ground, or even take a slight step forward with conviction.

8. Checking your phone or watch:  In an important meeting or when being by your superiors portrays you as a staff with bad manners. Someone who prefers to be somewhere else than listen to them.

9. Having a delicate handshake:  Cultivate a professional handshake. Look the person you are about to shake in the eye, smile, greet the person warmly and shake hands firmly.

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Nice Write up,

This can foster good working relationship in an organization

Just be good at what you r doing. .if u like, be nodding like agama lizard or cross your arms like booker T, your boss go just dey look. Nice tips though!!

Ok

Ok.

You're on point. Nice one.

AnneMomoh:
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why

Una too take life serious self for that country.

Experience nai matter pass all these things jare

Impressive..noted!

10. Placing your hand at the back of your Neck- makes you look nervous.

Interesting Post,I'm no Psychologist but I'm able to read people's mind with the way they act.

Expo: If you're talking to a girl and she does that(10) that means she's hella Nervous.....use it well


- Valar Morghulis

And you expect me to comment on this abi?

Nice one. Op. Thanks

Guy codes.

It depends on the situation, beside a sign can mean so many things depending on who you are communicating with.
Nice write up anyway....wink

Chai! I am very guilty of using my phone during meetings

This doesn't have to be only in your workplace.
It's also applicable in your day to day activities and also when meeting new people.

I've taken note of these and definitely will put it in practice.

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n u xpect me 2 comments on dis

Nice one OP... Profound!!!

Very true @OP......

I'm guilty of that nodding too much during a conversation.

Me and agama lizard, I no know who nod pass.

Wow! This is nice......


#TEAM SCENT

10 > If she's a newly wedded wife. Dont look too deep into her eyes when the husband is around.

Kai

Gej did not deserve any award for conceading defeat out of no option