2018/05/02

I am Miho Kuno, a personal coach based in Hong Kong who supports business people living globally. As an introduction to the HK LEI Cross-Industry Networking Event held on May 5th, I am delivering a 9-part series on the secrets to improving interpersonal skills so that you can be confident in any business networking event, regardless of the gender or nationality of the participants. Today is the third part.

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At the cross-industry networking event on May 5th, there will also be a 9-minute lecture by Miho Kuno.
To apply for the cross-industry networking event, https://ws.formzu.net/fgen/S7707139/ Until
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Who is dignified behavior for?

Today we'll be talking about posture and professional presence.

There are a few things to check when it comes to manners that will make you appear dignified and professional, but the two points I would like to share with you are as follows:

〇 Standing posture

〇 Eye contact (with a smile)

You might think, "Well, aren't these just basic principles for working adults?", but surprisingly, when it comes to these two points, I often come across situations where I think, "He's a great person, but oh, what a shame!"

As for my posture, I myself have a tendency to hunch over and have poor posture, so I have to be very careful about how I stand. Fortunately, I have been dancing Argentine tango in high heels for over 10 years, so when I wear high heels, my upper body is straight and I am saved.

For women, the basic posture is to stand with the toes and heels touching together. Leaving the supporting foot and stepping one foot back at an angle also creates an elegant look. For your reference, it is said that the heel height that makes women look the most beautiful is 7cm. It helps to have good posture, so if you often wear low pumps or flat shoes, it might be a good idea to wear higher heels for a change.

For men, it looks good to stand with your heels together and your toes about a fist's width apart.

Next, make eye contact. As the saying goes, "the eyes speak as much as the mouth," and it is common sense as a matter of dignified manners, but when it comes to actually greeting someone for the first time, there is something that is often forgotten when exchanging business cards, due to the sense of nervousness.

That is, "don't drop your gaze to the business card until you have finished stating your name." By looking directly at the other person during this time, you will be significantly more likely to be liked.

Finally, behaving with dignity is not just about appearance; mindset is also important.

Now, who do you think your beautiful demeanor is for?

It's for the other person's sake.

The person in front of you may be a partner who will help each of you make your business soar, or a future customer, so treat them with respect and try to exude the kind of "VIP atmosphere" that is appropriate for that person!

<Profile of Miho Kuno>
CEO of Minding Yourself, SPACE certified coach from the University of Hong Kong, corporate training facilitator
She joined Cathay Pacific Airways as a flight attendant in 1996. Using her experience as a flight purser, she was in charge of in-flight service training for new recruits as part of the launch of a new airline company entering the Hong Kong-Europe and North America routes, and has trained over 200 flight attendants.
Since 2013, she has focused on personal coaching for individuals. Her mission is to support the self-actualization of modern women who choose diverse ways of life, and she holds seminars on coaching and interpersonal charm skills. Her corporate training clients include Japanese airlines and luxury apparel companies, and she is in charge of the customer service field. She provides support and brushes up on the essential business skills, such as giving a lecture on improving manners and presence at the Hong Kong Patent Secretaries' Association.

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