Power

Attractiveness

Verbal

Markers

Direct statements

Indirect statements

“I” versus “we” language

“We” versus “I” language

Fewer hedgers and qualifiers (maybe, I guess) or non-fluencies (um, well …)

More qualifiers and tag questions and apologies

Declarative statements and eloquent vocabulary

Questions and colloquial vocabulary

NonVerbal

Markers

Upright posture

Relaxed posture

Eye contact when talking

Eye contact when listening

Physical distance

Physical closeness

Directive or deliberate gestures

Non-deliberate gestures (appear like nervousness)

Status

Markers

Formal attire

Informal attire

Abrupt topic shifts

Gradual topic shifts

Little note taking while listening and few materials used when presenting

Considerable note taking when listening and over-reliance on presentation materials

Interrupts frequently and talks over others

Respectful conversation turns