Reading body language: Nervous

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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:

Nervous

The body language:

A nervous co-worker will stand with his legs and arms crossed while gripping his biceps. He might clear his throat frequently or evasively avoid his eyes meeting yours.

How you should respond:

Do your best to calm his fears.

 

Next pose: Lying

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