7 Powerful Hand Gestures You Should Be Using

Research has shown that hand gestures make anyone more trustworthy, likable and charismatic.
In this video, I'm going to teach you what hand gestures you should be using on a daily basis. Hand gestures support memorability, trustworthiness, and clarity. These powerful hand gestures can be used in normal social interactions, networking events, or presentations and can leave a great lasting impression!
For some people, hand gestures come naturally, but others must practice. For example, in this video I mention how politicians have to learn how to point in a non-aggressive way. Practice with a friend or in the mirror and nail this powerful nonverbal social cue!
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In this video:
00:00 The importance of hand gestures
01:04 Hand Gesture #1
01:30 Hand Gesture #2
02:21 Hand Gesture #3
02:56 Hand Gesture #4
04:03 Hand Gesture #5
04:37 Hand Gesture #6
05:22 Hand Gesture #7
05:43 How hand gestures relate to charisma
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Vanessa is *making ALLL KIIIINDS OF HAND GESTURES* right from the beginning. *All kiiinds*

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Like the middle finger one?

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+SnobbyLion : You just need to listen more quickly.

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Watch the video on .5 speed.

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You can watch some of the videos that she has produced on her own, rather than the excerpted clips from the portland morning television show.

[@atithipatel1243]

This is literally the best presentation advice ever. And I mean it. Whenever I ask people for help on how to form hand gestures, they say it just comes naturally but it for me it doesn't. I have to actually plan my hand motions and this is exactly what I needed. Ily so much Vanessa.

[@Poetry4Peace]

Thats too right for me too tbf needa incorporate them more specially the each hand for diff topic, heart one i love. How's ur gestures noow?

[@ivel17]

I think i gets better overtime

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@@ivel17 yh juss need ppl to practice with n it'll happen au Naturali

[@AlexanderNathan2346]

It’s not developed naturally. Those people just unknowningly are around people who use hand gestures and so it’s adopted. I learned my hand gestures and confidence and they go hand in hand. It’s hard to learn especially in uncomfortable situations but honestly. Best way I found was just to fake it until I made it.it’s hard to have a convo and not use my hands lol.

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Exactly. I need to learn this too!

[@RedRubyrita1]

I wish I had your guidance earlier in my career. I'm a typical New Yorker and talk with my hands. I've always been so conscious of speaking with my hands and have been trying to hide it when in a corporate environment. Thank you for teaching me how to use my hands to enforce my expressions. I'm no longer try to hide my hands, but make it an effort to use them meaningfully. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

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you have condensed a lot of knowledge into a few minutes. extremely useful videos.

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To be frank, I have been using none. This skill has had tremendous impact on my speaking style.

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The old lady sounds like her mind has been blown

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1:43 "oh wow!"

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3:20 Oh! Yeah!

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1) numbers 2) increase and decrease, little or big 3) emotional (reach for heart region) 4) groups and division (cuff hands) 5) coming together 6) okay 7) you me and we

[@mauia88]

6 is Emblems, not just Okay.

[@krystalmorrison6679]

huh, i already accidentally do all of these. i thought it was maybe annoying to the listener and was trying to stop, so it's good to hear that it's helpful to convey messages this way!

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Same with me...

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Vanessa exudes a warmth that effortlessly envelops her audience, drawing them into the intricate world of effective communication through body language. With an empathetic touch, she navigates the complexities, unraveling the subtleties of non-verbal cues with remarkable ease. Her innate understanding transcends mere comprehension; it transcends barriers, resonating deeply with those eager to grasp the art of expression. Her methods? They're not just theories; they're proven pathways, meticulously tailored to guide, inspire, and empower her audience towards effective and impactful communication.

[@ScienceOfPeople]

Wow, thank you so much for these thoughtful and kind words!

[@FranknStrength]

Thank you Vanessa. Very pragmatic and down to earth advice. I just recently started to consciously notice the hand gestures. At a subconscious level I guess I did notice it because all people I found charismatic happen to use them a lot and now I started incorporating them on my everyday life.

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[@HenriHodge]

I always feel like I've learned a wealth of knowledge from all of your interviews. Thank you for helping us be more charismatic, I really appreciate it!

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Great video! spot on. l 'm a school teacher and l can relate to what you're saying there.! Keep it up lady!

[@k-fairy1869]

So helpful! I find myself naturally doing the heart gesture, and now I know why it feels so good. :) Thank you for the thoughtful tips.

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i am never tired of listening to you vanessa... i literally look for all of your videos .....

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Can't believe this video has already been 6 years old, this is so helpful and informative. Thank you Vanessa !

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She totally killed it!!! I want to talk like her! :O

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Me too !!!

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I really appreciate this speaker. Much to derive from this. Sometimes I feel very very not charming, so I think I am one to learn to use techniques, but also be authentic at the same time. As someone who is interested in business, I have long not known how to sell myself, and shyed away from doing much front line marketing. Vanessa essentially is giving great tips on self marketing here...

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i love you. thanks for sharing this.

[@jdmthree]

As a new presenter this information gives me great direction and encouragement to use my hands where I would otherwise not. Thanks! I'll be back for more instruction.

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wondeful tips, you are so geneours to share them. thank you so much!

[@JoseGarcia-et5dj]

I always like your explanations! These hand gestures are powerful tools to use on our conversations daily. Thank you so much!!!

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This is the best expansion to the strong hand movements; a speaker can do. It will assist with delivering a striking message in a respectable way. Splendid!

[@othaday54]

THANK YOU so much for your so well-presented advice and suggestions about hand gestures. I am incorporating them in my Drum Circle and Rhythm Events work.

[@sarah_meadows]

This is brilliant - hand gestures that actually are natural and support the words, instead of distracting from what is being said. Thank you!

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I am so glad I happened upon this channel. I am in the talent industry and always need to learn new and easier ways to improve my skills. When the next audition comes, I have better tools to ensure booking more work. Why was I never taught this??? Thank you 😊

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Excellent video!!! As a leader, as a person pursing public speaking, and charismatic person.... this is a phenomenal video that I would share to people wanting to learn about body language.

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I have to give a self-introduction speech at a conference next week. Thank you so more for these amazing tips !! I truly will be using them.

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love this, thank you so much for sharing your wisdom!

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this actually makes sense! amazing.

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U r an expert in body language.. I m from India.. I love ur videos.. Pl concentrate on body language and non verbal communication videos.. From whatever I ve seen of u, I could make up that ur body language videos are straight from d heart.. I don't say that other videos are not good but body language videos are simply awesome.. I was a person who talked much in my early days only to ultimately notice that only empty vessels make more noice.. So I m in the process of learning gestures so that I can reduce talking.. U r helping me a lot in that aspect.. Thank u 🙏💕 mam

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Wow, that was powerful Vanessa! You are incredible! I started practicing some of the hand gestures as soon as the video ended. Thank you for helping us become better communicators with person and on video. 🤟

[@ScienceOfPeople]

My pleasure! I'm so glad to hear you're going to practice!

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I always wondered why I can't draw people to me with conversations even tough I'm an interesting person. Been searching for a while now and boom I just found out why. Very good video miss Vanessa and very helpful.

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I talk with my hands a lot, this will really help me hone in on it what exactly to do with those hands during my talks and videos! Just finished your Udemy course, you are awesome! No jazz hands 😂

[@vickydaza]

Loved it!!!! Rehearsing them, making sure I commit them to memory.

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Wow Vanessa, this is amazingly insightful and practical too! Thanks for sharing :)

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Great Video. Tapping into all of people’s senses you possibly can, will impact your ability to influence them.

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What a precious gem of knowledge!

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Such good tips and reminders. Thank you, Vanessa.

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Thank you ..will be putting it in practice

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Thank you! This was so incredibly helpful!

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Thank you for all your work Vanessa. I wish you all the success on this earth. Stay humble and hungry. Omar E. Martinez

[@spidolungu]

She's giving examples when she quoted and also using her hands in every word she personally said. No pause at all! With that speaking pace! Every public speaker would agree that "pause" is important. I think this should be applied in hand gestures as well. I hardly can finish the 1st minute of the video without feeling (visually) over stimulated. On the other hand, I agree this is full of great information we need to know. Also to learn not using it too much, haha!

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Hey🙋..thank you for the information🙏. Your every word makes me strong💪..round of aplause👏👏

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You are so welcome! I'm glad you're finding our content helpful. ❤

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Beautifully illustrated Vanessa with your hands congruent with your voice. Thanks from Wales, UK.

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This is actually very informative, love this! Thanks!

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Keep up the good work Van! Love you

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This is fantastic man....Great work Vanessa!

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Thank you so much for these subtle tips. If there was an emoji for it my hand is on my heart as I type this. It is amazing how many things both overt and subtle affect others. There is a text book I read in the 80's that has become a publicly circulated book called "Influence". Its more on the macro scale of influence but I am sure you will find many points of wisdom you can share with all the wonderful people who follow you now.

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Thank you Vanessa Van Edwards...It's Really a wonderful knowledge you have shared....Thank You

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Thank you ladies for your nice lecture. It helps a lot, especially when it coincides with my gestures presentation :)

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These are the best segments !!!!!

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This video is fantastic! It highlights 7 impactful hand gestures for presentations. Whether emphasizing key points or connecting with the audience, integrating these gestures will undoubtedly enhance any delivery. Thanks for sharing these valuable insights

[@thespokenword8540]

This is so true. When my students were doing their oral French exam, I would first ask the question without using much emotion or hand gesture and most students didn't understand except for the top ones. However, when I used emotion and hand gestures and asked the very same questions almost every student could understand what I was saying. I could see the invisible lightbulb go off in their head. All teachers should know the value of this.

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Best video... I wish this would useful for my interview

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Lot of love for this great video and big thx!

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Vanessa!!! Thank you SO MUCH!!!! Seriously though. This is one of the best explanations, and simultaneous use of said technique, that I have ever seen. Thank you for connect a few wires, and bridging some gaps for me personally. I am excited to implement these in my day to day life immediately!!

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Vanessa Van Edwards, they have already improved. I am in the flow of life, and plan to use this momentum for major change!

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Your advice is invaluable!

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Spot on! Real and true. Love it.

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this women is correct, absolutely perfect!

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I realize how hand gestures can ease tension and gets the audience attention. Very valuable tips.

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Awesome work Vanessa! Thank you for helping me so much! :D

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Very intelligent woman. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!

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I am taking notes! These are all so good Vanessa!

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SUPER!!! will use it definitely

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Loved this video! Awesome work Vanessa 👍👍

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This helped sooo much for Y presentation thank you

[@syedawarda3627]

Takeaway: Great video! Hand gestures helps one emphasize certain points and strengthen one’s public speaking for sure.

[@ME-hr8dl]

Watched this and then immediately went to watch the only TED talk that stuck in my mind: Amy Cuddy/ Body language 40million views. She's absolutely right! Her hands 'narrate' the whole story beautifully - amazing!! I knew I enjoyed the talk, know I know why it's so effective.

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40 million views? Unless you're mistaken, I can't find it. Link?

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This is an amazingly insightful video. The first impression you get is being delivered by an expert

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its amazing..... thanks for improving my knowledge LOVE FROM PAKISTAN

[@PadmanabhaVyasamoorthy]

Never thought that gestures have so much to convey and make our speech more meaningful. Thanks

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I saw Vanessa Ted talk yesterday and been obsessed ever since! She's been teaching me soooo much

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Asante sana, tc swahili way of saying thanks so much

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This is so helpful! Thank you!!

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Learned very fast and effectively.. Thanks

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Amazing lesson ma'am... I m feeling confident now ... thank you ma'am... Touchwood to ur channel. .. I m from India. 😍🤗

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Incredibly useful, thank you!

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Wonderful presentation. Thanks.

[@ScienceOfPeople]

So glad you enjoyed this one!