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Table Of Contents
Foreword
Chapter 1:
Introduction
Chapter 2:
The Types Of Body Expressions
Chapter 3:
The Basics Of Reading Body Language
Chapter 4:
The Implication Of The Smallest Body Language
Chapter 5:
The Interpretation Of Body Languages
Chapter 6:
The Micro Expression Matter
Chapter 7:
The Benefits of Understanding the Body Expressions
Chapter 8:
The Skills that are Required in Understanding the
Body Languages
Chapter 9:
Understanding What Other People are Thinking
Wrapping Up
The Effects of Body Language on Communication

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Foreword
Being able to read body language is a very important skill to have in
todays world. Not only will this ability help you with social ventures
but also with business ones as well. Dont pass up this great
information. Read ahead and learn about micro expressions.

Micro Expression Master

How To Read The Tiniest Body Language To Know What Others Are
Thinking

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Chapter 1:
Introduction

Synopsis
Once you meet a person for the first time, you can easily tell whether
you like him or not. There may be something in him or in his physical
presence that distinguishes the kind of person he is. Many people say
it is about intuition, instinct, or gut feeling but researchers
discovered that there is something beyond it called micro expressions.

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Micro Expressions Defined

Microexpression is defined as the brief and involuntary expression of

the face shown by humans depending on the emotions experienced. It
occurs in various high stakes solutions wherein people have
something to gain or lose.
Micro expressions also occur when a particular person tries to conceal
all the signs of how he feels or when he is not aware of how he feels.
These reactions are more difficult to hide, unlike the usual facial
expressions. They are expressed in 7 universal emotions which are
anger, happiness, contempt, surprise, disgust, sadness, and fear.
A persons face is the sign vehicle or medium which sends a message.
When people read a facial expression, they look at separate data and
draw conclusions from it. Some of this data are the muscle tone and
basic structure. The wrinkles, scarring or weathering of skin may also
indicate that changes definitely took place.
On the other hand, the artificial adornments like makeup, piercings,
tattoos, or eyeglasses can make a personal judgment according to
what a person added by his choice. But what provides more
information are scowls, smiles, and frowns. These are the changes
revealing obvious information regarding somebody elses immediate
intentions or mood. The expression represents the intended message
of a person regarding what he wants to convey.

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In the following chapters, you are going to learn more about micro
expression and distinguish its significance in dealing with the study of
body language. Most importantly, it will help everybody to know the
role of microexpression in identifying deception.

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Chapter 2:
The Types Of Body Expression

Synopsis
With the help of increasing reliability and decreasing whole-body
sensing technology cost, there is also an increase in understanding
and increase about learning the body expressions as the dominant
channel for effective communication. There are issues about the
universal aspect affecting the expression, recognition and perception
models or the human factors affected like culture.

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Recognize The Emotions

Voices, faces, and the entire body expressions are considered as the
most common emotional signals. But the emotions are expressed by
the entire human body. There are several authors who investigated
the recognition of the body expressions of emotions in 3 experiments.
The first experiment suggested that fear as the hardest emotion to
recognize. In the next experiment, the two alternatives of forced
choice of facial expression categories of the compound face-body
stimulus are greatly influenced by bodily expression. And for the third
experiment, it is about recognition of the voice emotional tone that is
influenced by the tasks irrelevant emotional expressions of the body.
When taken together, it indicates the essence of the emotional body
expressions in communicating along with emotional voices and facial
expressions.
It is also a kind of physical and mental ability of a non-verbal
communication by human which is composed of facial expressions,
eye movements, body postures and gestures. Humans interpret and
send signals almost subconsciously.
There are several types of body expressions, and each of them
express emotions. For the past years, more and more researches from
different disciplines revealed that the body expressions are as
powerful as the facial expressions in terms of conveying emotions.
Here are the most common body languages seen from a person
conveying different emotions or messages.
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Scrunching up the nose

Twisting hands in the lap

Flicking hair over the shoulder

Scratching hair or noise

Looking toward the ground instead of maintaining eye contact

Placing hands on hips (to portray power)

Getting into somebodys face (or being in the personal space of

another person)
Aside from these habitual body languages, eyes can express a lot also.
A person may smile with his lips but not at his eyes. When a person is
genuinely happy, it is reflected in their eyes. If he has a false smile,
the part which surrounds the eyes does not change at all. Today,
researchers added more negative and positive emotions that can be
discerned.
These are:

Relief

Embarrassment

Contentment

Pride in achievement

Amusement

Excitement

Guilt

Sensory pleasure

Shame
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Satisfaction

The physical expressions such as slouching, pointing, waving, and

touching are forms of a non-verbal communication. They usually
reveal various things regarding the person who is using them. One
basic yet powerful signal of body language is when a person crosses
his arms across his chest. It may indicate that he puts up an
unconscious wall between himself and other people around. However,
it may also emphasize that his arms are cold which can be clarified by
huddling or rubbing his arms. In a confrontational or serious
situation, it would mean that the person also expresses opposition. It
can be supported when the person leaned away from the speaker.

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Chapter 3:
The Basics Of Reading The Body Language

Synopsis
After learning about the body language and its types, the next step is
to understand the basics of reading the body language. Body language
is considered a significant aspect of a modern relationship and
communication. It is relevant to leadership and management and to
all business and work aspects wherein communications may be
physically seen and observed among individuals.

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Basic Understanding
Every little expression you make emphasizes an emotion even though
you may deny saying them, it will not entirely hide what you really
feel inside. From flipping your hair or putting your hands on the hips,
you will always find contrasting emotions in it.
Handshake
Handshaking says much more than a hello, nice meeting you. A
palm-to-palm contact is said to be the most significant part of a
handshake. Palm-to-palm contact is expressing an honest intention
and openness; your interaction is non-threatening and sincere.
Synchrony
This body language is the signal that two people are on the same page.
Whenever a person sees that somebody else is copying his body
movements or vice versa, it is a clue that they might be sharing the
same mind set at that moment.
Eye contact
The rules on eye contact vary from one culture to another. Eyes are
known as the most powerful of the body expression cues. They also
express everything: from annoyance, to pain and happiness, and even
to sexual interest. To greater or lesser extent, people read others
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eyes without knowing why and how. Eyes provide numerous signals
and each of them tells something with regards to what they see and
feel around them.

A direct contact on the eye is commonly regarded as the sign of

thoughtfulness. But practiced liars are aware of this and may fake this
signal. Widening the eyes indicates interest in someone or something
and generally invites a positive response. Rolling of the eyes upward
signals exasperation or frustration which emphasizes looking to
heavens for help.
Playing with the hair
If a girl cups her hand or tucks her hair behind her ear, it may express
flirting which means interest and openness.

Shoulder shrug
Shoulder shrug is one of the universal gestures used to indicate that
the person does not understand or know what is been said or talked
about. It is usually multiple gestures comprised of three parts:
hunched shoulders, raised brow and exposed palms.
Thumb-up gesture

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In some countries, this gesture has 3 meanings. It is typically used by

the hitch-hikers who thumb a lift or an OK signal. When the thumb is
sharply jerked upward, it is an insult signal which means sit on this
or up yours. However, in certain countries, it means get stuffed.
Body Language to Your Advantage
People who wish to manage their own body language better think
about each aspect of their day and how they behave. The behavior
during an everyday routine profoundly affects how the expressions
are improved and shown. On the other side, you can use others body
language to your advantage. Trusting your gut is the most important
thing to consider.
The body language is a way to measure the sincerity of a person about
what he is saying. However, you have to ensure you are taking the
proper judgment based on what you see from another person. Even
though, you try to manage or understand better body language,
always consider the value of their words.

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Chapter 4:
The Forms And Implication Of Tiniest Body Language

Synopsis
Reading the body language gives a person an insight into whether or
not somebody is sincere in his words. Most people are receiving and
sending non-verbal signals without being aware of it. These are the
signals that indicate what they truly feel. Every gesture or movement
is a valuable key to the understanding a persons emotions at that
moment. People can interpret what others are feeling or thinking
depending on the situation.

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Examples Of Body Language And Their Implications

Every day, people do encounter different forms of gestures, or

body language. Several signs are not the immediate signals of
implications or feeling of a person. There are also traditional signs
for each implication. But when noticed, they must not be taken as
definite signs. Some of them are the following:
Lying putting a hand over the mouth; shifting in the seat;
pulling the ears; touching the face. It also involves wiping the
hands on the trousers to prevent sweat or fidgeting with hands.
Stress wetting lips frequently; shaking of legs
Rejection leaning back; folded or crossed arms. You may also
consider multiple related gestures since folding of arms could also
mean that a person feels cold, rather than rejecting the ideas
discussed.
Defiance hands on hips; frowning
Aggression stiffening of the posture, tensing of the muscles;
clenched fists or leaning forward; squaring of shoulders.
Truth showing open hands
Anxiety hunched shoulders, messaging temples, different
than the normal rate of breathing, nervous movements of heads.

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Interpersonal Body Language

Understanding the body language is very important depending on
the purpose. If you wish to approach an attractive woman, you
must practice the right gestures that will help you express what
you ought to say. Most men lack in the area of deciphering the
implied meaning of their own actions. If you are really interested
in a person, you have to primarily consider observing the way he
carries himself. His movements or ways of conversation with other
people have something to do with his personal perception and
attitude.
Knowing your own everyday body language is also essential.
Smiling, eye contact and eyebrows should be included in the list of
things to consider when you want to interact with another person.
You also have to maintain symmetry all the time. If one area of the
body is not equal with the other, it may suggest half interest in the
other person. It also implies being distracted with somebody or
something else. The best thing to do is to stay natural which means
that you wont be thinking about the list.
The body language of the other person may be playing with hair,
licking lips, maintaining eye contact, or looking at somebody from
below (these are the people who are trying to exaggerate the
difference of height between you) and touching others upper arm.

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A person instinctively raises his eyebrows whenever he meets

attractive people. Eyes have tiny glands at the bottom of the eyelids
which secrete liquids like lubrication and tears. When a particular
person is excited or interested, these glands secrete liquid and they
give the eyes a shiny appearance.
A good posture certainly improves the confidence and the
impression made by an individual. Stand and sit straight, keep
your chest up and shoulders back. Once you resist reaction to your
humorous remarks, other people may react more.
Dancing: A Seduction Tool
Many people perform dancing, but they do this to improve their
body, as a hobby, or even as a career. But some people use it as a
form of seduction. Some guys would just prefer standing
somewhere and try to look cool once the alternative dances badly.
For women, they treat dancing as safe sex (fun and sensual
activity without the downsides or risks of real sex). The ability of
the guy to a close-contact dance may be viewed as the indicator of
a sexual ability.

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Chapter 5:
The Interpretation Of The Body Languages

Synopsis
Improving your ability to read another persons body language helps
increase the emotional intelligence of a person. In most cases, it is
greatly helpful in relationships. You can get along better if you have
the right part of your relationship. On the other hand, basic
understanding of the body expression adds to good communication
skills in any circumstances.

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Overview
If you are just new in learning the tiniest body language, you have to
pay attention to some body parts. These body areas indicate an
obvious expression of the persons emotions.
These are the following:

Face (eye movements, mouth, eyebrows and expression) -

unlike other muscles, facial muscles are connected to skin and/or

other muscles.

Head turning away, lifting, dropping, nodding, tilting, and

shaking.

Shoulders pulling backwards, dropping, tightening, hunching

Legs sitting with the legs together (crossed or wide), restless

(do they shift at some points during the conversation?

Torso leaning backward or forward, rocking, bent, upright,

angle away/towards from others, shifting in seat.

Hands gestures, handshakes, and fiddling

Interpreting Body Language

All of the knowledge required to interpret the body language is safely

stored in the unconscious mind of people. Some of them will be
downloaded from their DNA but they might lose touch with some
parts of it. For every body part, there is a corresponding area which

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shows emotions. The language of the face goes along with the words
being said and expression shown.
Mouth (Lips)
Moist and soft lips with slightly opened mouth and relaxed jaw are
signs of sexual interest. Biting and licking lips suggest that someone is
sexually provocative according to some body language specialists.
Tight lips may indicate disapproval. Biting and pulling the lips show
that somebody tries to hide something as if they try to prevent a
revelation of information.
Mouth (Smiling)
Faking a smile is usually hard to do. The genuine smile turns the
corners of the mouth up while the eyes show a natural look.
Face (Blushing)
There are several individuals who blush easily even at minor
embarrassments. Blushing may also indicate guilt. If a person does
not blush immediately, there can be flushing of his face. He may feel
he was caught out.

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Interpreting Other Signs of Body Language

Swaying of hips
In ancient times, swaying of hips is the sign used by women to attract
a partner for procreation. Men, and even some women, notice hips for
that reason.
Folding of arms
It may be considered as the defensive sign either protective or angry.
It can be threatening also. If somebody had puffed up his chest and
had folded his arms, you might feel uncomfortable. Folding your arms
can be done even when standing or sitting comfortably. However, you
still have to be aware that somebody might have a different
interpretation of this action.
Handshaking
A palm which is turned up slightly is inviting which is used by people
when welcoming someone or starting a meeting. Close hands are
more of confirming and grounding which is great for deals.

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Swaggering
It may be interpreted as a sign of arrogance, and intoxication of
course. It is also the macho sign just sitting with the legs apart.
The interpretation of the body language is effective when it is
practiced all the time. It also involves ensuring that you are not
distracted and relaxed. If you are self-obsessed or self-conscious, you
will unlikely be perceptive enough.

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Chapter 6:
The Micro Expression Master

Synopsis
To be a micro expression master, you have to complete the necessary
things in learning the body language. There are various micro
expression training sessions conducted in some part of the world to
start mastering the art of body language.
Micro expressions are telling you that the emotions are concealed.
However, they will never tell why or how it has been concealed. They
can be the outcome of a deliberate and conscious choice wherein a
person is aware of what he or she feels but prevents somebody from
knowing it.

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Micro Expressions Tools

METT or Micro Expression Training Tool is used to detect lies
better, to make a person relaxed, be liked by other people and
become more successful in their sales. But despite the efforts
made to hide the signs of emotions felt, there can still be
leakages in some hard-to-recognize fragments of expressions.
These little challenges may happen when the emotion is just
starting before an individual knows that they will act
emotionally. METT is presented to train people in seeing these
remarkable signals.
Facial Action Coding System or FACS is the research tool which
is helpful for gauging facial expressions made by human beings.
It is a system which is based anatomically for describing the
observable facial movements. Every observable component of a
facial movement is called an AU or action unit. All of the facial
expressions may be dissected into their constituent action units.
METT also covers recognition of the concealed emotions by two
types of training. The first training is in slow motion. It
contrasts and compares the emotions often confused by one
another. These emotions are surprise and fear; sadness and
fear; disgust and anger. It includes commentary regarding how
they differ from each other. This is beneficial for the people with
autism and Aspergers.

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The Subtle Expression Training Tool, or SETT, teaches the

recognition of micro or very small signs of emotions. These are
the tiniest expressions that register in a certain part of your face
when an expression is obvious in the face but definitely very
small. The subtle expressions may happen for various reasons.
One reason is that the emotions experienced can only be very
light. These expressions also occur when a certain emotion just
begins and get larger if the emotions are strong.
Mini expressions happen when the strong emotions are
experienced but are suppressed actively. The only leak out is the
fragment of full expression. SETT training tool is developed to
increase the ability of people to detect even the tiniest signals.
When you learn more about these tools, there is a greater
chance of becoming a great micro expression master. Micro
expressions are the fleeting expressions of the face which occur
when other people are trying to suppress or repress their
emotions. If they fail to do it completely, the emotion will
definitely flash to their face rapidly. But 85 percent of the
people have the chance to enhance their micro expressions
recognition abilities through training and the tools mentioned.
The micro expression masters make use of the tiniest body
language as a hint that something can be amiss. Then they are
going to look for further information before they call somebody
a liar.
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Chapter 7:
The Benefits Of Understanding The Body Expressions

Synopsis
Learning body language is not just about detecting if a person lies to
you. But rather, it has many advantages once you are able to use them
properly. Aside from that, it is fun and interesting to learn since it can
be easily applied to you and other people. Thus, knowing what the
benefits of understanding the body expression are is also important.

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The Essence Of Body Language

People can never live without one another since they are social
beings. Communication takes place once they are in contact with
other individuals. This communication indicates something about the
kind of relationship among people. They make use of written and
spoken language and both communicate the thought and emotion of a
person.
Subconscious Expression
Most of the time, the body language happens unconsciously. But the
body impact the quality of communication. Take note that the body
language reveals various meanings among cultures. The way people
interpret the body expressions depends on specific situation including
the relationship between people. Body language is interlinked with
the whole pattern of behavior and spoken language from certain
individuals.
Expression Of Feelings
Body language can be an effective way to express feelings and
emotions toward something or somebody. People can show their real
feelings by becoming aware of the body language. Research shows
that body language plays a huge role in the first impression someone
makes.

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To make a good impression, it is essential that a person is

knowledgeable enough and has the ability to control his body
language. It plays a vital role in the intuition since it provides
messages about other people that can be interpreted at the intuitive
level.

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Chapter 8:
The Skills that Are Required In Understanding Body
Languages

Synopsis
The body language of a certain person can be easily understood if you
carefully follow the steps to achieve understanding. But before you
fully understand everything about body expressions, you should
possess the required skills. These skills can be useful to you and can
be learned easily.

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Basic Skills Needed to Understand Body

Expressions
Every person has his own strategies in understanding what other
people feel or say. But it is very important that you have the skills
to successfully achieve what you intend to know. Here are some of
the essential skills needed to understand body language:
Social Skills
Social skills are useful when observing the signals that other
people are sending out through their body language. Some
individuals can read them naturally but some are notoriously
oblivious. The good news is that even with little attentiveness, you
are going to learn to read the body language and with enough time
to practice, it will be second nature.
Good Communication Skills
Good communication skills should be present in those who want to
become micro expression masters. It will be applied whenever you
are trying to observe different emotions and their implications. It
is also the skill which will develop your confidence.

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Eye Contact
Eye contact is considered as an essential aspect of dealing with
other people most especially when you just meet for the first time.
Having good eye contact indicates interest and respect in what the
other person says. People should maintain eye contact for 60 to 70
percent of time. However, it is also important to be aware about
the cultural differences, so you have to be careful.
Hand Gestures
The way you sway your hands indicates something so you have to
learn to use different hand gestures depending on the emotions
and feelings you want to express. The gestures of palm down are
generally aggressive and dominant, most especially when there are
no movements or bending between the forearm and wrist.
A slight change in your body expression may have an amazing
impact on people surrounding you. There are helpful sources that
give practical tips on how to understand and use body language.

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Chapter 9:
Understanding What Other People Are Thinking

Synopsis
To have good communication with other people, both of you should
understand what each one is trying to express. Understanding what
other people are thinking is very important for it is the only way of
getting new messages from them. When you are able to understand
what the other person is trying to say, you can receive new
information and do the corresponding task.
There are some rules to understand other people and prevent
emotional upsets, social errors, and conflicts. Knowing some of them
will at least add your knowledge and awareness.

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Rules in Understanding People

Rule 1: Do Not Blame Malice For What Is Explained By
Conceit
You have to think that people do not actually care about you. It does
not mean they are hurtful or mean but they are simply focused on
themselves.
Rule 2: Some Social Behaviors Have Been Explicit
This rule states that most of the intentions in some actions are latent.
If an individual feels angry or depressed, it may result in behaviors
that will distort their real feelings.
Rule 3: Behavior Is Greatly Caused By Selfish Altruism
Saying that everybody is totally selfish is a gross exaggeration. It
definitely ignores all the acts of sacrifice, love and kindness that keep
the world from working. Most of the behavior works from the selfish
altruism principles.
Rule 4: People Generally Have Poor Memories
People are known for their trouble in keeping information in their
mind. Most of the time, this information is not applicable to

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themselves. They will remember more about your similarities than

the differences.
These are just some of the rules that will reveal the realistic views of
people. People are usually giving their best but still make some
mistakes and suffer from their unintended self-absorption.

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Wrapping Up
The Effects Of Body Language On Communication

Body language is an outward reflection of the emotional condition of

a person. For instance, the act of folding arms indicates that the
person is trying to put up an unconscious barrier between himself and
other people around him and feel more secure. But in an amicable
situation, it would mean that the person thinks about what has been
discussed. In a confrontational or serious situation, it means
expression opposition.
The key to understanding the body language is reading the emotional
condition of a person while listening to what they say. It also includes
noting of circumstances related to what they say. When somebody is
intuitive or perceptive about other people, it may be referred to the
ability of reading other peoples body expressions or comparing the
cues with the verbal signs.
Being perceptive indicates that you have the ability to detect the
contradiction in somebodys words and body language. The ability to
understand the thoughts and attitudes of a person through their
behavior is the original system of communication utilized by humans
before speaking the language existed.

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The body language is the product of both environmental and genetic

influences. The blind children will laugh and smile even if they never
saw a smile in their entire life. It is also an essential ingredient in the
social differentiation. Various languages have been involved in
different bodily and facial movements. Most of the genetic or inborn
communication gestures or signals are the same from in countries
across the globe. However, the acquired gestures may change
depending on the cultural differences. For example, the act of
frowning shows that you are angry while the act of smiling indicates
that you are happy.
The ability of working out what is happening with a certain person
can be simple but not totally easy. You may be a great reader when
you consistently practice the methods incorporated in your work.
Learn some helpful exercises that will surely activate your skills in
reading non verbal gestures.
Body language is an important communications because it definitely
dominates the work spoken. The way people communicate plays an
important role in making a great first impression. It is a dominant
factor which includes posture, handshake, and even the way you
dress.
There is no doubt that 90 percent of the leaders throughout history
across the globe are good orators. Most of the company directors also
belong to this amazing fact since they provide great presentations.

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They are all aided by their special abilities of communicating in public

or large groups of people.
If you are trying to send out a message with professionalism, make
sure that you are presentable in the way that you stand with an
upright posture, open body language, good eye contact, and have a
firm handshake. Your clothing should also be appropriate to a work
situation and should be neat. Your voice must be produced to express
your confidence.

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