The next time you need speak in public – strike this pose. The iconic stance...

Body language can make or break a public speech. If you’re the speaker, strike a pose – the Jesus pose. 

According to Nick Morgan, author of “Power Cues,” most speakers protect themselves by putting their hands in front of their torsos – and that body language does not put the audience at ease. It can even suggest there’s a threat in the room. Nick says the most effective body language to draw an audience in is the Jesus pose, arms spread wide above waist level, palms facing up.

Regardless of your audience’s religious beliefs, this iconic stance is familiar to everyone. Open, loving arms helps to draw people in, make them feel comfortable and more apt to listen.