Place Your Hand Under Your Chin!
Supporting your chin is a gesture worthy of the cover of any successful person’s biography—just look at Hillary Clinton’s or Steve Jobs’!
According to the expert, this signals: “I can come up with solutions even in the toughest situations.” Who wouldn’t want to send that message?
Plus, a well-placed hand visually slims your face, and alongside perfect makeup, it’s a great way to show off a tasteful manicure.
Don’t Bite Your Lip!
Biting or sucking your lip gives the impression you’re holding something back forcefully.
“When Alex Rodriguez was asked about banned substances, he responded with this expression. I see this a lot when people try to hide uncomfortable facts or feelings from others,” explains Janine, highlighting why this expression has no place in workplace presentations.
And if you wear lipstick or gloss, you might even smudge your teeth with this habit…
Watch Which Way You Tilt Your Head!
“Never share valuable info while tilting your head sideways—it makes you seem less fully committed,” advises the body language expert, who also reveals a surprising fact.
Did you know tilting your head to the right makes you appear more attractive, while tilting left makes you seem smarter? You can even use this consciously in different situations. It’s all about how your brain hemispheres work—nothing mysterious.
Cross Your Arms!
You’ve probably heard that crossed arms look defensive or unfriendly. That’s mostly true with strangers.
But among family and friends, go for it! Using both arms activates both brain hemispheres—the logical left and the creative right. Studies show crossing your arms can actually help you tackle tough tasks more successfully.
Don’t Frown!
“Once, I worked with a stunning woman who never got a second date. Watching how she interacted with men, I spotted the problem immediately: she wrinkled her nose when laughing—a universal sign of disgust.
Her dates later told me they felt she wasn’t interested but had no idea why. After I suggested she stop wrinkling her nose, she did—and now she’s a happy wife. That’s the power of body language,” Janine nods.
Shake Hands Properly!
As a woman, it’s obvious you don’t need to break anyone’s arm when greeting—though men shouldn’t either.
But going too soft is just as harmful—no one wants to work or befriend a “dead fish.” The best move? Smile, then give a firm, brief handshake. Make sure your palm isn’t too wet, too dry, or ice-cold.
Keep the Right Distance!
A confident person never invades your personal space but also won’t shout from across the room. The study of personal space in communication is called proxemics.
Most of the time, you instinctively know the right distance. For handshakes, stand close enough to keep two forearms’ length between you with a straight back; for kisses, about one forearm’s length.
Do you have a body language habit you want to break but haven’t yet?
