Welcome to building your commanding presence! Your body language speaks before you even say a word.

Strong physical presence creates instant credibility and puts others at ease. When you look confident, people listen more attentively.

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Think of someone you've seen 'own the room'—what was the first thing you noticed about their body language?

Let's start with your foundation: the power stance. This is your go-to position for any important conversation or presentation.

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, weight evenly distributed. Your feet should be parallel, not turned in or out.

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Using one word, how does this stance feel compared to feet together?

Now check your upper body. Keep your shoulders back and down - not hunched forward or raised up toward your ears.

Your spine should be straight, head level. Think of a string pulling you up from the top of your head.

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Can you give me one adjective to describe how this stance feels compared to before?

Here's the key: this stance should feel grounded, not stiff. You want to look confident and approachable, not like a soldier at attention.

Practice shifting your weight slightly between your feet while maintaining the basic position. This keeps you from looking frozen.

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What difference do you notice when you allow slight movement versus staying rigid?

Now let's add neutral gestures to your stance. Open palms are your secret weapon - they signal honesty and non-aggression.

Keep your hands visible, either at your sides or when gesturing. Avoid crossing arms, putting hands in pockets, or clenching fists.

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Why do you think hidden or closed hands might make others uncomfortable?