How To Walk Into Any Room With Confidence and Poise
How you walk into a room says a lot about you.
When my wife and I were in the market for a puppy, we were binge-watching The Dog Whisperer. And we learned that how you walk into a room says a lot about you — for dogs and people.
Most people probably think their thoughts and emotions aren’t that obvious, but in reality, other people can usually tell what you’re feeling.
I used to think I was cool and mysterious, especially at work. But then coworkers started coming up to me after meetings. “Wow, you really didn’t like that guy, huh?” they’d joke with me. “What? What are you talking about!” I’d panic. How did they know! They must be witches!
No — my body language and energy were obvious. People know when you’re scared, annoyed, bored, or impatient.
How you walk into a room says a lot about you. You act consistently with who you think you are. If you’re afraid, ashamed, bored, or intimidated, people can tell almost immediately when you walk in the room.
Fortunately, you can change almost every factor involved — your mindset, posture, beliefs, and energy. But let’s start with the easy stuff — your shoulders, eye contact, and posture.
