How to Take Control With Body Language

Power body language techniques show off a person's strength and dominance in business, family and political situations. In negotiations and conversations, you may find someone playing power games to undermine your confidence and dominate the situation. Use the following use body language techniques to take control, thwart power plays and show strength and confidence.

Instructions

1. Grip the person's elbow and step to the side when someone starts a power handshake. Remove your hand quickly.

2. Touch them before they touch you or right after they do. Pat his arm or shoulder after you shake hands. If he touches you first, put your hand over his.

3. Ignore the other person's domination signals. Continue to act and speak in a friendly manner. Keep your body open. Don't cross your arms over your chest or slump.

4. Turn to face the person. Cross your legs towards them.

5. Hold steady eye contact. Look at the bridge of the person's nose to make this more comfortable.

6. Raise you voice and speak faster if he tries to butt into your speech. Hold up your hand to gesture and keep it raised until you are finished speaking. If he continues to talk over you, politely tell him to let you finish.

7. Call out his dominant body language. Tell them you notice his actions and are curious as to why he is showing these signals.