Why is a firm handshake important?
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Dr. Michael Roizen answered:One of the most common ways touch is used to communicate is through the handshake. At its most basic level, the handshake communicates trust, goodwill, or agreement with a common decision. A firm handshake conveys confidence, but one that is too firm can seem threatening, while person with a dead-fish handshake can appear ineffectual. A handshake that uses two hands or extends to the elbow can convey care or condolence. But we also use tons of other "touching" signals - a pat on the back to show support, or a stroke of the arm to show sexual interest.
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One of the most common ways touch is used to communicate is through the handshake. At its most basic level, the handshake communicates trust, goodwill, or agreement with a common decision. A firm handshake conveys confidence, but one that is too... More
