Or how do you do it?
Thanks!!
-EnergicOne ;)
2007-03-21 04:31:40 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
body language
eye contact
the tone of their voice
the strength/weakness of their handshake
2007-03-21 04:39:03 · answer #1 · answered by Mopar Muscle Gal 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, eye contact is a great indicator.
Nonverbal Behavior including body posturing. Crossed arms or body turned away is a sign of defensive behavior. This may indicate they are uncomfortable with the situation.
Look into the idea or Proxemics or expectancy violation theory. Step into their 3' personal bubble and see what it does. If they submit or move back they are most likely a submissive and have less confidence. If they say step the hell back they are a little more confident with their person. It is not a rule of thumb but it is a pretty good indicator.
All three observation techniques can be done within five minutes of meeting a new person. The downside of working with people though...is that they are capable of surprises.
2007-03-21 11:48:31 · answer #2 · answered by Patrick the Carpathian, CaFO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
true confidence is deeper than surface appearances due to over compensating by faking it to you make it approaches. Knowledge is one thing but wisdom of being through it is where true confidence lies.An over active walk or talk is questionable confidence. A person should be able to talk straight eye to eye with out ah uhm's style conversation. Been there and experienced and owning the information is evident in how they carry themselves and talk. I have found that people that are truly confident and humble do not have to boast about their ability and talk calmly and securely with in their realm of knowledge.
2007-03-21 11:58:39 · answer #3 · answered by Dennis James 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trust me on this, I experimented this with all my friends and co-workers.
Simple way: Approach the person, look straight in his/her eyes and shake hands. Firm hands shake and eyes focused on you mean CONFIDENCE!!!
Al*Skynaut*
2007-03-21 11:40:49 · answer #4 · answered by Skynaut 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
put forth all your weakness and negative points to them.
if they are concerned and try to get you rid of your negatives, and still try to be with you, there lies confidence.
2007-03-21 11:46:09 · answer #5 · answered by rk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
taunt them, if they fight back, they have good confidence... if they take it.....
2007-03-21 11:42:07 · answer #6 · answered by dr.macgruder 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋