Indications Of Boredom

We've all been there! The long, dry, detailed presentation at the end of the long business meeting going into excruciating detail in all of the 117 slides! You notice others are clicking their pen, tapping their feet, and drumming their fingers.

After the meeting, you hear the presenter ask, "Did you enjoy the presentation?" They would say "Definitely!" But you know better. Their actions indicate just how bored they are! Some signals conveyed by people who are bored and disinterested include:

Head supported by the palm, often accompanied by drooping eyes.
They show inattentiveness by staring at a blank space (eyes not blinking) or by looking around frequently. They are pulling their ears. This may also signify that they want to interrupt while another person is talking.
They are clicking a pen non-stop.
They are tapping their hands or feet.
They yawn incessantly.
Their feet or other body parts are pointing to the exit, as if they are very eager to leave.
They move restlessly in their seats. This could also mean that they are not cozy or at ease, or they might just be exhausted.
They cross their legs and constantly kick their foot in a very slight motion (particularly done by females).
If you're the one making the presentation and you discerned that your audience are displaying signs of boredom, don't start talking faster or louder. Restrain from such act even if your instinct tells you to do so. Instead, address it and say, "I'm going to take a pause here. I feel that I'm losing your attention. What's up?" Hear what they have to say. You may discover what's actually preventing them from keeping up with you.

Signals Exhibiting Confidence/Authority/Power

Hugely successful people have an aura; an air of unyielding self-confidence. What gives them this air of total confidence?

They speak with a low-pitched, slow-paced, downward-inflected voice.
Chin tilted upwards.
Chest projected outwards.
They maintain an erect posture, whether standing or sitting.
When standing their hands are clenched behind the back or placed beside the hips.
They have a firm handshake, palms pointing downwards.
They walk solidly with forceful arm swings.
They 'steeple' their hands by joining the fingertips of both hands together. The higher the hands are elevated, the more confident they are.

Signals Of Agitation or even Anger

Their fists are clenched.
Their hands or feet are tapping.
Their arms are crossed over the chest.
Their eyes are blinking constantly.
Collar pulled away from the neck, like letting some air in during a hot day in the summer.

Signals Of Nervousness/Tension

Be aware of your body signals during interviews or business meetings that could convey nervousness:

Your hands or feet are tapping.
You can feel yourself developing a high-pitched, fast-paced, stuttering voice.
You find yourself having to often clear their throat.
Your arms are crossed, gripping your biceps.
Your legs are crossed while standing.

Signals Made When They Are Doubting/Suspecting You

Here are some clues that may indicate suspicion or doubt in what you're selling:

They glimpse sideways from the corner of one eye.
They are rubbing or touching their eyes or ears.
Their hands are tucked in their pockets.
Their arms are crossed over the chest.
Their glasses are dropped to the lower bridge of the nose, with eyes peering over them. This movement may indicate that you are being examined closely (to the point that you get conscious).

There's one act you usually do when you are the one doubting yourself - rubbing or touching your nose. This subconsciously occurs when you are uncertain of how to answer a critical question or when you are concerned of other people's reaction to your answer.

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