|Articles|May 11, 2010

Reading body language: Contemplative

If you feel caught off guard by run-ins with your team members, check out these body language photos to see what your co-workers are saying-even when they?re not speaking.

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The emotion:

Contemplative

The body language:

A contemplative co-worker might stroke his chin or pinch his nose. He might play with a watch or ring, fiddle with his glasses, or even stand with his head down and his hands behind his back.

How you should respond:

Talk him through his options.

 

Next pose: Authoritative

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