The Power Pose: Using Body Language to Project Confidence

Derived from social psychology research by Amy Cuddy, the Power Pose proposes that altering your body language can impact your psychological state, thus influencing confidence levels. For example, standing tall with your shoulders back and your chest puffed out - a pose often associated with pride and self-assuredness - can make you feel more confident and assertive. Similarly, if you're in a meeting, leaning in, using hand gestures or spreading out your materials can project a sense of self-assuredness and control.