Tips For Giving A Good Handshake

Many people fail to realize how important a handshake is, but in the world of business, it can be the difference between “make” and “break.” This can be the case for a great variety of things, ranging from getting that new job to sealing that business deal to getting a first-time customer to become a repeat customer. It is not difficult to give a good handshake – but first, you need to make sure you know the three components of a good handshake!

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If you want to have a truly good handshake, you need to be able to transfer confidence from yourself to the person whose hand you are shaking; the first way to do this is to make sure you have a strong, firm grip when you shake hands. While many people are aware of the importance of a firm, strong handshake, some people end up overdoing it. Think of it like this: You are trying to transfer confidence from yourself to them – you are not trying to show off to them how strong you are! When you shake hands with people, practice giving a grip that is strong and firm without being overpowering – this is where you want your handshake to be.

Another important element of a handshake is its duration; if you pull away too quickly, you will show timidity, but if you hold on too long, it will become awkward. There is not any “set amount of time” a handshake is supposed to last, but make sure it lasts long enough for the handshake to do its job. Before you end the handshake, give a good, firm grip, and give one or two firm pumps.

One of the aspects of a handshake that so many people fail to keep in mind is that they should make eye contact; this is the third element. Because of the fact that so many people fail to make eye contact when they shake hands, it will stand out to others of you do this. You will complete the process of transferring confidence from yourself to the person whose hand you are shaking when you complete this final step.

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Although the handshake is a very small thing, it is also very important, and you will be able to give a handshake that inspires confidence when you simply follow these three steps.