The list was published by the Business Matter website and focuses on ten body language tips to keep in mind when communicating with subordinates, colleagues, business partners or management.
Eye contact
Maintain constant eye contact; your eyes should wander only if you are thinking about an answer.
Upright posture
Be sure to have the correct posture: shoulders back, head up, chest forward. This indicates confidence.
Mirroring
Win favour with the person you are talking to by using the same gestures as them. Subconsciously, they will trust you more.
No folded arms
You should leave your arms by your sides. Do not fold them across your chest as this gesture signals alienation.
Gestures
When talking, make gestures and use your hands for visual representations of what you are saying.
Do not touch your face
If you touch your neck, face or ears when you are talking, you are sending signals of unease, of hiding something or lying. The best rule is not to touch your head at all during meetings.
An appropriately firm handshake
Your handshake should be firm and confident, but not excessively so.
Nodding
When the other person is talking, nod your head. You will thus encourage them and let them know that you are listening.
Try not to blink too much
Blinking too much signals nervousness and uncertainty. This is why you should keep your blinking under control.
Take notes
By taking notes you let the other person know you consider the information you are getting from the conversation important.
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