How to Make a Good Impression Through Body Language

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Show confidence through your body movement and position. Sit up straight, smile, and show that you are in control of yourself and confident in what you're saying.

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   Have eye contact, but don't stare. If there are several people you are talking to, give them all some eye contact to create a better connection and see if they are listening. Too much eye contact is creepy, too little and and you can seem insecure.
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   Take up some space. For example, sitting or standing with your legs apart a bit signals self confidence and that you are comfortable in your own skin.
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   Relax your shoulders. Tension is often demonstrated in your shoulders - they might move up and forward a bit. Deliberately loosen your shoulders up by shaking them out and moving them back and down slightly.
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   Nod when people are talking. This indicates that you are listening. But take care not to over do it.
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   Smile and laugh. Lighten up - don't take yourself too seriously. Relax,smile and laugh when someone says something funny. People will be more inclined to listen to you, if you seem to be a positive person, but don't be the first to laugh at your own jokes. It makes you seem nervous and needy. Smile when you are introduced to someone, but don't keep a smile plastered on your face, you will seem insecure.
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   Keep your head up. Keep your head up straight and your eyes towards the horizon, or towards the people in the conversation. Don't look at the ground. You'll come across as insecure and a bit lost.
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   Slow down a bit. Not only will you come across as more calm and confident. It will also help calm you down too. This goes for many things, such as walking talking and turning towards someone who addresses you.
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   Use your hands confidently. Don't fidget - use your hands to describe something or add weight to a point you are trying to make, but not too much as it can become distracting.
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   Focus on your arms and legs. Point them toward whoever you are interested in or paying attention too, as it indicates interest and draws people towards you.