When people talk face to face, they don’t rely on words alone. They move their hands, raise their eyebrows, or nod to help express what they mean. These gestures often carry meaning and help listeners ...

Words matter — but your hands might matter more, according to a new UBC study which found that purposeful hand gestures can make speakers appear more competent and persuasive. The Sauder School of ...

One simple trick can make you seem more persuasive when you're talking to people. This is the discovery of University of British Columbia (UBC), University of Pennsylvania and University of Southern ...