If work meetings seem like divine punishment or a parade of egos, it's time to change the game. Meetings aren't just about talking about numbers and strategies; they're the perfect stage to project power, charisma and, why not, enjoy the show.
Do you want to be heard, respected and even admired at the next meeting? Here are the definitive techniques to succeed in any meeting , without looking like an extra in your own movie.
1. Don't be the guy who talks too much (or too little)
There are two types of insufferable people in meetings: those who monopolize the conversation and talk about things that no one asked about, and those who are there but not there, like an expensive piece of furniture.
Neither one thing nor the other. A balance must be found to stand out:
- Provide value when you speak. If you have nothing to say, wait for the right moment.
- Listen actively and respond intelligently. A good reply is worth more than 10 minutes of monologue.
- Use humor sparingly. A well-placed comment lightens the mood and makes you look like someone in control.
📌 TIP: Don't interrupt people, but don't let them interrupt you either. If someone does, a pause and a stare is enough to get the message across.
2. The Winner's Stance: Your Body Language Matters
Speaking well is great, but if your body says otherwise, you lost points.
- Sit up straight and make eye contact. An upright but relaxed posture conveys authority.
- Use your hands when you speak. But don't overdo it. Natural gestures reinforce your message.
- Control your movements. Don't move your foot like you have to go to the bathroom or play with your pen like a nervous teenager.
If you want to feel powerful, walk into the meeting with your head held high, a firm step, and a slight smile. The energy you project is the energy you receive.
3. Master the art of closing with impact
The end of the meeting is your golden moment. It's when you must make it clear that you are someone to remember.
- Summarize key points clearly and confidently.
- Get associated with a strong idea: "If we do this, the results will be like this," rather than "We could try this, let's see how it goes..."
- Don't ask for permission to give your opinion. "I think we could do this..." sounds weak. "Let's do this because..." sounds winning.
- Leave a powerful final impression. A firm goodbye, with eye contact and a handshake (if applicable) is the perfect closing.
📌 TIP: Before you even open your mouth, you've already been judged. It hurts, but it's the truth. Your image speaks before you do , so make sure it says the right thing. If you look like a winner, you act like one. And if you want your image to work in your favor, you need products like Beardburys Essentials.
Meetings don't have to be a chore. They're an opportunity to shine, connect with the right people, and project the success you want to achieve.
And remember: your presence influences how you are perceived and how you feel. It's not just about what you say, but how you present yourself, how you speak, and how you move.
If you want to leave every meeting looking like a real winner, start by looking like one. And that's where Beardburys Essentials comes in: because a confident man starts with an impeccable image.
