NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION: TIPS IN 15 WORDS OR LESS
Body language is on everyone’s mind.
Here are 25 statements about nonverbal communication.
- Be aware: Studies suggest body language accounts for 50–70% of communication. @Überdotcom
- Move, then pause during presentations. Humans are naturally drawn to movement. @Forbes
- Oprah’s tip: Touch fingertips together to increase perceived authority. @HuffPostOWN
- Nod three times to show interest. Nod once to signal interaction ending. @RealSimple
- Be genuine. Pause, observe the face, then smile naturally. @EntMagazin
- Presenters using hand gestures are more effective than those who don’t. @99u
- Leaders with open body language appear more convincing. @Cgoman
- To appear bold, slightly raise your chin. Use sparingly — may signal arrogance. @JanineTreiber
- Organize belongings. Carrying multiple items can make you appear forgetful. @Vvanedwards
- Handshake: Firm, not crushing. About three heartbeats long. @BernardMarr
- Avoid nervous fidgeting. Slow breathing helps calm nerves. @OPENForum
- Expansive posture before presenting may influence confidence and stress hormones. @TEDTalks
- Encourage collaboration. Remove barriers like objects or crossed arms. @Forbes
- Avoid staring. Ten seconds or more of eye contact feels uncomfortable. @PsychToday
- Interpret body language using clusters. Single gestures are unreliable indicators. @KonversationEDU
- Head tilting can signal empathy, understanding, or submission. @Forbes
- Torso facing you but feet away often signal desire to leave. @Puffer
- During negotiations, keep feet grounded to signal stability. @Inc
- Stand side-by-side to reduce tension and promote cooperation. @Jeff_Haden
- Avoid excessive blinking. Rapid blinking can signal discomfort. @BizzWriter
- Pupils often dilate involuntarily when someone is interested. @Inc
- Avoid overusing power poses. Too dominant reduces likability. @AmyjcCuddy
- Genuine smiles show crow’s feet — Duchenne smile indicator. @BusinessInsider
- Don’t overanalyze body language. Trust intuition and context. @DrNickMorgan
- Stand still presenting: feet shoulder-width apart to signal confidence. @EntrepreneurOrg
