These tips were published by INC.com.
Maintain appropriate eye contact
Strive to maintain steady yet natural eye contact with the person you are speaking to. If your eyes frequently wander, or you look down at the table or around the room, you may come across as nervous, incompetent, or even dishonest.
Keep an upright and open posture
Managers should project competence and healthy self-confidence. The best way to express these qualities is to maintain a firm and upright posture, avoiding slouching or leaning forward, while also keeping an open stance toward the person you are speaking with. This nonverbally conveys transparency and trust.
Avoid appearing overly authoritative
Team leaders sometimes attempt to use nonverbal signals to show they are in full control and strong in their leadership. However, they may overdo it and come across as arrogant or overly authoritarian. Avoid this mistake, remain authentic, and don't try to intimidate others with your nonverbal behaviour.
Respond to the other person nonverbally
A great way to build trust with people around you is to react nonverbally to what they are saying. If, for example, someone shares something surprising, let your facial expression reflect that surprise. By doing so, you show you are genuinely listening and sharing the same emotions as the other person. This will help you earn their trust more easily.
Avoid touching your face too often
Frequent face touching can subconsciously make others feel that you are nervous or insecure. Avoid such gestures as rubbing your eyes, stroking your chin, or touching your nose or mouth too often.
Use appropriate gestures
The gestures you use should always support what you are saying. They ought not to be overly theatrical or exaggerated. Instead, they need to complement and emphasise the content of your message.
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