15 Body Language Mistakes You Should Refrain from Doing

2. Limp Handshake

It’s programmed in our minds to deem somebody with a weak handshake as untrustworthy or conniving. Unfortunately, there’s no way around it – you either have a firm handshake and radiate trustworthiness or you don’t. It’s not a good idea to have a crushing handshake, either. Try to respond with the same amount of pressure that the person opposite you is giving.