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Powerful postures vs powerful roles

Which has more effect on self-esteem – the way we stand or the status we hold? We know from previous research that good posture can make us feel good about our self (Good posture inspires confidence), but does it boost self-esteem more than the status of the position we hold?

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Less power impairs the mind

If it seems your neurons aren’t firing as they should, you may be working in a position of low power. According to new research published in the May issue of Psychological Science, being placed in a position of low-power may impair your basic cognitive functioning.

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How to ask for a pay rise

Don’t bother asking your boss for a raise while he’s feeling the power of his position – new research suggests he’s not listening to you. The best way to get your boss to consider your request favourably is to put him in a situation where he is isolated from his power, the research suggests.

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The perspectives of those in power

The powerful are often accused of being predominantly concerned with their own desires and well-being, of being insensitive to the social implications of their behaviour, and of being poor perspective takers. Here is an interesting experiment that tends to confirm that fact.

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