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Number Eight

Number Eight

Listen, nod, and most of all make eye contact.

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Eye contact is natural

Eye contact is a natural part of most casual conversations. From everyday experiences, we know that we make assumptions about people's personalities based on how much they make eye contact. We can also feel left out if people don't make eye contact.

Participate

  • Nod your understanding and make eye contact with the speaker.
  • Ask clarifying questions.
  • Maintain body language that shows you are interested.
  • Avoid slouching in your chair and looking bored.
  • Take notes, but continue to stay focused ...

Be poised. Distract or redirect

If brain fog attacks on a date or at work, don’t sweat it! Make sure they don’t catch that moment your eyes start to glaze over. Take a sip of coffee, make a joke. 

Remember your cues: maintain eye contact, nod at regular intervals and keep a neutral facial expression. Worst...

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