Do you know that as much as 85 percent of success in life is directly tied to our communication skills? Whether personal or professional, a talented communicator is more likely to fulfill their potential.

A great success starts with a positive first impression. Therefore, you must act with intention from the very first second of an encounter. Within ten seconds, people create a so-called “brilliant holograph,” a lasting judgment that significantly shifts how you are perceived. You enter a room and haven’t said a word yet. Still, people are already watching how you stand, how you move, and how you carry yourself — and from that alone, they decide whether you matter.

The first practical thing you can do is the “Hang by Your Teeth” exercise, which focuses on tuning into your posture. Imagine a leather circus bit hanging from every doorway. Each time you enter a new room, imagine you “bite” it, and it will instantly fix your posture. This could become a foundation you can rely on when social situations feel uncomfortable.

To prevent an unsettling first encounter, winners fine-tune their expressions. And this is the second recommendation for you. Instead of a quick smile, use the “Flooding Smile.” It’s when you pause to actually see the person in front of you. Only after that should you slowly smile. This delay ensures the recipient feels the smile is really for them.

The last thing you can try is the “Sticky Eyes” technique. It means maintaining focused attention even after a partner finishes speaking. This way, your interlocutor realizes that you are fully present and shows honest respect.

By combining these non-verbal building blocks, your presence tells a story of strength. You stop being an unimportant person by projecting intelligence. Your every movement is cleansed of self-doubt, projecting an image that helps others feel aligned with your success.