7 body-language moves that make you look arrogant without realizing it

You need to be conscious of your body language.It's advice you've heard time and time again.But, in most cases, you're warned that your nonverbal cues could be making you look unconfident.Shuffling feet, slouching, and small gesturesthey're all evidence of a lack of self-assuredness that you do your best to avoid.But what about the exact opposite' Are there any body language habits that could be making you look arrogant'Yes, there definitely are certain movements and mannerisms that can make you look cocky and big-headed. Avoid these common ones, and you're sure to send the right message.SEE ALSO:Facebook's lead HR consultant says every great manager follows these 2 principlesDON'T MISS:Having friends at work might be more important than you realized1. Avoiding eye contact"But wait!" you're likely thinking now, "I thought lack of eye contact was one of those things that could make me look unconfident."And that's true. But, depending on your demeanor, avoiding direct eye contact with people can also serve to make you look incredibly arrogant.Why' Well, to put it simply, it makes it look as though you're unwilling (and perhaps even too good) to actually engage in the conversation. Whether you're scanning the room for a better opportunity or repeatedly glancing down at your phone, it can easily make your conversational partner feel unworthy of your time and full attention.2. Crossing your armsWe all know that this isn't necessarily the most approachable posture. Even if it's subconscious, this stance closes you off from others. It makes you look inaccessible and perhaps even a little angry.You don't want to send the message that you're uninterested or too good to be there. So open up your posture. It instantly makes you appear friendlier and more willing to engage in conversations.3. Holding your chin too highThis is another one of those times when you need to walk a fine line. To appear confident, you want to hold your chin up. But, take it too far, and suddenly you seem condescending.People do not like to feel that someone is literally looking down at them when speaking. So make sure to strike a balance here.Focus on keeping your head level. That way, you won't run the risk of muttering to the floor, but you also won't take this confidence booster to the extreme.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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