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Effective Body Language in Negotiations

Effective Body Language in Negotiations

What body language conveys an open-minded individual?
  • Facial – Consistent eye contact, smiling, neck and face muscles at ease
  • Extremities – Arms uncrossed and at rest, palms open and faced up, legs comfortably crossed or together when sitting
  • Torso – Relaxed posture, body leaned forward or seated on the front edge of the chair
What body language conveys a closed-minded individual?
  • Facial – Minimal eye contact, squinting, tense facial muscles
  • Extremities – Crossed arms, clenching or griping objects, rubbing the back of the neck, feet and legs pointed toward the door
  • Torso – Tense or anxious posture, body leaned back when seated

Body language often conveys far more than the spoken word, communicating the speaker's underlying intent. This Business Impact focuses on the crucial role that non-verbal cues serve during the course of business negotiations.

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