This Body Language Is Great for Gaining Others’ Trust

According to SAEDNEWS, You might cross your arms or legs just because you feel cold, but doing so closes off your posture. "In this position, your arms and legs naturally send a negative message because you have put your body in a defensive mechanism."

"This undermines the foundations of trust." Make sure your body appears open to others; this way, they will trust you more quickly and be more receptive to what you say.

Do Not Sit Behind a Desk
Sitting behind a desk is another barrier to establishing a trustworthy connection. Professors who sit beside their students rather than behind a desk receive more class participation. "Do not let such a big barrier stand in the way."

ody Language in Sales

Having Contact
A gentle touch on a friend’s hand can show your support for that person. "If you say sorry but your body language does not show regret, the word will not have a meaningful impact on the other person."

"Touching the person’s elbow or shoulder before saying sorry creates empathy." But never use this tactic in the workplace, as such touching can sometimes be misinterpreted.

Smile and Nod
Nodding and smiling while someone is speaking shows that you are listening and are interested in what they are saying. "When we give good nonverbal feedback to the other person, it means we have really listened well." Of course, be careful not to overdo it; excessive positive reactions can make you seem insincere.

Keep Your Palms Open
Pointing with your fingers or clenching your fists makes you appear angry, even if you are only using these gestures to show agreement. If you keep your palms open, people, in turn, will show more openness toward you.

If you use your hands to agree and all five fingers of your palms are open, it shows that you are approachable. But if you close your fingers completely, people around you may feel embarrassed and uncomfortable.

Be Level with Others
Sitting in a chair higher than others indicates dominance over them. If you want to appear powerful, this works well, but if your goal is to gain others’ trust, it is not ideal.

Similarly, sitting in the middle of a conference table instead of at the head allows others to feel freer to express their opinions. "If you give power to others, you will gain more input and achieve better results."

Limit Note-Taking
Sometimes, taking notes while talking to a colleague is necessary, but remember that it can interfere with eye contact.

If you constantly write down everything the other person says, they may feel overly scrutinized. Additionally, having a notebook and continuously writing in it can sometimes make the other person feel uncomfortable.