Tilting your head is a simple way to show respect and trust.

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The role of body language is often overlooked as a useful tool in persuasion. Likability is the key to persuasion: a study showed that juries believe likable experts more than less likable ones. For example, tilting your head and pointing your feet in conversation shows you're engaged.

When it comes to persuasion, likability is key.

Consider the last time someone persuaded you to do something. Odds are, you...

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