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sat with unfolded arms and legs, they remembered 38% more

see your audience exhibiting defensive body language, change tactics, take a break, or get them to move—and don’t try to persuade them until their bodies open up

incorporate gestures into their deliveries, I consistently find that their verbal content improves

mirror other people with intent, it can be an important part of building rapport and nurturing feelings of mutuality

A genuine smile not only stimulates your own sense of well-being, it also tells those around you that you are approachable, cooperative, and trustworthy.

Touching someone on the arm, hand, or shoulder for as little as 1/40 of a second creates a human bond.

Physical obstructions are especially detrimental to collaborative efforts

Even during a coffee break, be aware that you may create a barrier

focus on those who are speaking by turning your head and torso to face them directly and by making eye contact. Leaning forward, nodding, and tilting your head are other nonverbal ways to show you’re engaged and paying attention. It’s important to hear people. It’s just as important to make sure they know you are listening.

simply holding your body in expansive, “high-power” poses (leaning back with hands behind the head and feet up on a desk, or standing with legs and arms stretched wide open) for as little as two minutes stimulates higher levels of testosterone

10 Powerful Body Language Tips