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How can you use body language<\/a> to make a better first impression? Do nonverbal cues<\/a> play a big role in whether someone likes you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can make a better first impression by becoming more aware of your body language and intentionally signaling that you are friendly. Learning how and when to smile, make eye contact, and more can help you put your best foot forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn how to use body language to make a good first impression with new people with this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Body Language Influences First Impressions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In How to Talk to Anyone<\/em><\/a>, Leil Lowndes argues that our body language\u2014including our posture, how comfortable we appear, the way we smile, and the way we make eye contact\u2014affects how others perceive us.<\/strong> Whether we\u2019re conscious of it or not, our body language constantly emits signals about the way we feel.<\/a>\u00a0Because of body language, first impressions are often based more on how we come across in general than the specific words we use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Others form instinctive impressions of us within the first few seconds of seeing<\/em> us. Before we get a chance to utter our first words, they\u2019ve already made assumptions about our personality, feelings, confidence level, and social or professional status. Most importantly, they\u2019ve already decided whether we\u2019re the type of person that they\u2019d want to spend time with. You likely do the same with the people you meet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jack Schafer and Marvin Karlins explain how sending the wrong<\/em> signals can impede your ability to make friends.<\/strong> In The Like Switch<\/em><\/a>, they state that we often display \u201cunfriendly\u201d nonverbal cues\u2014such as staring, frowning, or crossing our arms\u2014without knowing it,<\/a> even when we do<\/em> want to establish personal connections<\/a>. Learning what these unfriendly cues are can help you recognize if you\u2019re unconsciously pushing people away, and avoiding them may make it easier to make friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, knowing unfriendly cues can help you spot when others aren\u2019t interested in being friends with you. Learning what friendly<\/em> body language cues look like helps you approach people who are receptive to meeting and getting to know you. (We\u2019ll discuss specific friendly and unfriendly cues later in this guide.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crafting Body Language to Make a Better First Impression<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you understand body language<\/a> cues, you can begin to reliably interpret other people\u2019s nonverbal communication<\/a>. Likewise, you can craft effective body language to put forth the signals you want other people to see and make a good impression<\/a>. This will help you to more easily form connections and make friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this section, we\u2019ll discuss cues that demonstrate openness, friendliness, and confidence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does Friendly Body Language Look Like?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Friendly body language tends to be open and relaxed. These cues communicate interest, trust, and willingness to engage. If you\u2019re approaching or trying to get to know someone<\/a>, look for these cues to determine whether they\u2019re open to it. Additionally, amend your body language so other people know you\u2019re friendly, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smiling<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Schafer and Karlins state in The Like Switch that smiling is one of the most powerful ways to signal affection and openness.<\/strong> Furthermore, smiling people are seen as more attractive and more confident.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To get a warm response, you should look the recipient in the eyes, pause briefly, and then let out a big, warm smile while maintaining eye contact. The delay will convince recipients that you\u2019re smiling just for them, and they\u2019ll instantly feel like you\u2019re happy to meet them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flashing Your Eyebrows<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

According to Schafer and Karlins, another cue that signals friendliness when greeting others is lifting your eyebrows and returning them to their resting position in a single, rapid movement.<\/strong> In The Like Switch, they argue that if someone doesn\u2019t flash their eyebrows in greeting, we subconsciously perceive that person as someone to avoid.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navarro (The Dictionary of Body Language) adds that we often flash our eyebrows when greeting friends and family.<\/a> The movement happens in less than a second, signifying that we\u2019re happy and excited to see the people we\u2019re greeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Giving the Person Your Full Attention<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In The Fine Art of Small Talk<\/a>, motivational speaker Debra Fine recommends acting <\/strong>as if there are no distractions in the room<\/a> when you\u2019re conversing with someone. Face them openly and directly, and smile.<\/strong> Nod, make eye contact, and stay focused on the speaker. If you have trouble maintaining eye contact, Fine suggests you look at the space between their eyes instead of directly at them; they won\u2019t be able to tell the difference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Matching Body Language <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In How to Talk to Anyone<\/em>, Lowndes suggests imitating the other person\u2019s gestures.<\/a> This gives the impression that you\u2019re similar in nature and instantly puts them at ease.<\/strong> For example, if they use their hands to make a point, use yours in the same way. Schafer and Karlins affirm in The Like Switch<\/em> that when you have a strong connection with someone, you naturally match their body language<\/a> during your interactions. For example, if a friend leans against a wall or takes a sip of their drink, you\u2019ll repeat those actions unconsciously.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

How can you use body language to make a better first impression? Do nonverbal cues play a big role in whether someone likes you? You can make a better first impression by becoming more aware of your body language and intentionally signaling that you are friendly. Learning how and when to smile, make eye contact, and more can help you put your best foot forward. Learn how to use body language to make a good first impression with new people with this guide.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":93448,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[1284],"class_list":["post-114612","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-communication","tag-the-master-guides-understanding-and-using-body-language","","tg-column-two"],"yoast_head":"\nHow to Use Body Language to Make a Good First Impression - Shortform Books<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"How does body language influence first impressions? 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