Our bodies speak a language, and sometimes their words can be harsh. It is possible that your body language has become an integral part and parcel of who you are.
If this is the case, you need to get started, as it could be jeopardizing your career.
Talent Smart tested over a million people. They found that 90% of the top performers are emotionally intelligent. These peoples are well aware of the power of unspoken signals in communication and monitor their own body language
Below are 15 common mistakes people make in body language, which emotionally intelligent people should avoid.
Slouching
It is an indication of disrespect. This is a sign that you are bored and don’t want to stay where you are. Although you wouldn’t tell your boss “I don’t understand why you have to listen to me,” you can’t tell them. If you are lazy, your body will speak for you.
The brain is wired to associate power with how much space people use. A power position is standing straight up with your shoulders back and your head high. This position maximizes the space you can fill. Slouching on the other side is caused by collapsing your forms–it takes up more space and projects less power. Persona.
Good posture is a sign of respect and encourages both sides to engage in the conversation.
Exaggerated gestures
This can suggest that you are lying. To show leadership and confidence, use controlled gestures that are small and controlled. Open gestures, such as extending your arms or displaying your palms, can communicate that you don’t have anything to hide.
Watching the clock
Talking to someone while you are talking is an indication of disrespect, impatience, and inflated self-esteem. This sends the message you have better things than talking to someone and you are anxious to leave.
Don’t turn your back on others
You don’t need to lean into your conversation. This shows that you are not interested in the topic, aren’t engaged, uninterested, uncomfortable with the speaker, and maybe even distrustful.
As you listen to the person speaking, lean in towards them and tilt your head slightly. This will show the speaker that you are fully focused and attentive.
Crossed arms
Crossed legs and to a certain degree crossed, legs are physical barriers that can indicate you are not open to the other person’s ideas. Even if you smile or engage in pleasant conversation, it is possible for the other person to feel that you are closing them out.Ron trautman.
If folding your arms is a comfortable feeling, you should resist the temptation to do it if you want people to see you as open-minded to hearing what they have to share.
People begin to notice a disconnect between what you say and how you look.
A nervous smile when you reject an offer in a negotiation will not help you get it. It will only make the other person uncomfortable about working with you. They’ll assume you’re capable of doing something.
Exaggerated nodding
Signals anxiety about approval Your heavy nods may be perceived by others as an attempt to convince them that you understand or agree with something you don’t.
Fidgeting
Fixing your hair or arranging it signals that you are anxious, stressed, self-conscious, distracted, and over-energized. People will see you as too concerned about your appearance, but not enough about your career.
Avoid eye contact
It makes you appear to have something to hide and this can lead to suspicion. You may not want to communicate with someone in business if you lack eye contact.
Talking down can make you appear self-conscious or lacking confidence, which can cause your words to lose their impact. If you are making complex or important points, it is important to keep your eyes focused.
Sustained eye contact communicates intelligence, confidence, leadership, strength, and leadership. It is possible to engage without constant, direct eye contact. However, complete negligence can have serious consequences for your professional relationships.
Too intense eye contact
This could be perceived as an aggressive or dominating attitude. Americans tend to keep eye contact for 7-10 seconds on average. This is more if we are listening than when speaking. Breaking eye contact also sends a message. Looking down communicates submission while simultaneously looking at the side projects confidence.
11.It is an indestructible way to show disrespect
It’s not a good habit to have, but it is voluntary. It’s possible to control it and it’s well worth the effort.
12. Scowling
A generally unhappy expression can signal that you are upset at people around you, even though they don’t have anything to do with you. Scowls make people feel judged and turn them away.
However, smiling shows that you are trustworthy, open, friendly, open-minded, and confident. Studies using MRI have shown that smiling people leave a positive impression on the brain.
13. Handshakes that are weak
A weak handshake could signal a lack of authority or confidence. An aggressive attempt at domination could also be interpreted as a sign of weakness. You can adapt your handshake to suit each situation and person, but it should always be firm.
14. Crossing your arms or legs
Crossing your arms and legs can indicate that you are not open to the views of others. You can make others uncomfortable by looking argumentative or defensive.
15. Don’t get too close
It is a sign that you don’t respect or understand personal space and you are too close to another person (closer than one-and-a-half feet). In this way, others feel uncomfortable around you. Ron william trautman
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These body language mistakes can be avoided to build stronger relationships both professionally and personally.
