Alastair Wallace breaks down a handshake technique that boosts influence. A 2013 study found charity donations jumped from 53% to 95% with a proper handshake. Adding a brief touch to the upper arm during the handshake increased server tips even more.
Hi, it's nice to meet you. So this is kind of weird, but I thought you good people would be interested in this body language hack. Before we go any further, body language is an immensely complex area. There are clearly cultural and personal variations across this wonderful planet of ours, so it's perfectly okay if you personally disagree with what I'm about to share next. A good handshake can increase rapport and task compliance. A 2013 study published in the journal Social Behaviour and Personality showed an increase in agreement to make a charity donation from 53.3% to 95% just by using a good handshake. This replicates research done originally by a French psychologist called Yeguian— I think I'm pronouncing that right— who tested the power of a momentary touch the upper arm when shaking hands. The Yegyen handshake increased tip percentage when waitstaff used it in a restaurant as well. So give it a try when you next meet someone new. DM me if you want to know more about the science of a good handshake. I'm going to tack one on to this video for you. Hi there, it's nice to meet you.
