Introduction

• People who excel at reading others are active listeners.
• Active listening means really hearing what is being said so that you can understand where the other per...

• Body language reveals so much about a person’s thoughts, feelings, and intentions that it’s no wonder there are classes teaching everyone from businessmen to politicians (even presidents) about nonverbal communication!
• So, if you want...

• Don’t forget gestures: For example, folded arms usually aren’t a very welcoming gesture. Just picture someone you’ve crossed waiting for you to explain yourself. Well, what do you have to say for yourself?

• A weak handshake , often referred to as a “limp fish”, is the opposite of a firm handshake and can be perceived as lacking in confidence or enthusiasm.
• Basically, it involves a limp grip (if any) and m...

• When you’re rash to form an opinion about someone, you risk making a huge mistake.
• If you base your opinion on first impressions – you can miss out on meeting a great person (maybe even the love of your life) because you didn’t take t...

• Identifying patterns in a person’s behavior to understand them better is what psychologists do. Psychologists and master readers that is!
• Basica...

• Look, if you’re trying to read someone, it’s important to put your opinions and feelings aside. Otherwise, you could end up being influenced by your biases and emotions.
• Master readers like to focus on wha...

• Master readers usually have emotional intelligence. That means they’re in tune with their emotions and know how to manage them.
• It...

• Practice makes perfect.
• If you want to pick up some new skills or learn the habits of people who are masters of reading others, you have to practice.
• It takes time and practice to learn anything, so d...

So, what’s the big deal? Why is it so important to know how to read other people?

• Improved communication
• Improved decision making
• Improved leadership skills

• The first habit I need to point out about master readers is just how observant they are.
• That means that they don’t walk around glued to their phone screens – texting t...

• A dominant handshake involves positioning the hand on top of the other person’s hand, which can be seen as a sign of dominance or superiority.
• This type of handshake is generally not recomme...

• Did you know that making eye contact is very important when it comes to building trust?
• It’s true. That’s why people who are masters at reading others have the habit of making eye contact when they speak to someone – it helps ...

• A raised voice, sharp tone, and fast pace could mean the person is angry or frustrated.
• A high-pitched, upbeat tone, and fast pace could mean they’re happy.
• On the oth...

• Pay attention to posture: Look at the person’s chest and shoulders. When the chest is full and the shoulders are back (think of a rooster), it’s a sign of confidence!
• But, when the ch...

• Did you know that being empathetic can really come in handy when trying to read others?
• Empathy is all about putting yourself in the other person’s shoes with the goal of seeing things from their perspective....

• People who are masters at reading others know that context is an important factor when it comes to interpreting someone’s behavior and emotions.
• Think about it: Context provides the information that determines how...

• There’s a lot to be said for intuition!
• A lot of us tend to ignore our intuition or that gut feeling, preferring to listen to concrete facts.

• Instead of passing judgment, master readers approach interactions with an open mind, seeking to understand the other person’s point of view and the reasons behind their behavior.
• They ask quest...