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That cliche from every old Western happens to be great advice for speakers. From grade school on, teachers and parents have convinced us to keep our hands at our sides when addressing a group. Yet working against a very natural instinct to gesture makes it difficult to connect to our audiences. Forget the past. Take control as a speaker:
- Start your speech with your hands above your waist to energize you and the audience.
- Let your body language convey emotion, show enthusiasm and stress your points.
- Gesture in ways that fit your personality.
When Jerry Seinfeld came on stage at this year's Oscars, he lifted his hands and was immediately in performance mode. Unlike the obviously ill-at-ease actors who had preceded him, Seinfeld had effectively introduced himself, embraced his audience and was off and running. Use your body language to introduce "the best you" to your listeners . . . and keep their attention.
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