May’s Newsletter: The Hidden Power of Status
30 May 2025
I love the month of May. The days are longer and brighter and everything (including us) is stretching toward the sun. It’s the perfect moment to open up toward that warm sun, take in some Vitamin D, and maybe even raise your status… literally!
In this month’s Speak Easy, we’re diving into a subtle but powerful topic: status — not the kind tied to job titles or zip codes, but the kind we silently communicate every day through our body language, our voice, and even the way we enter a room (or a Zoom). You’ll find out how micro-shifts in presence can lead to macro-shifts in your personal and professional life.
As always, I’m thrilled to share insights you can actually use — whether you’re speaking on stage, in a meeting, or bumping into an ex at the grocery store.
Speak Easy Secrets
The Hidden Power of Status:
Tiny Shifts in Body Language that Transform Your Life
Everyday interactions are deeply influenced by the “status” we project through our body language, not just our words. Small cues—posture, eye contact, tone of voice—signal confidence or insecurity, dramatically affecting how others respond to us.
Status is not fixed; it’s a dynamic “game” we play, and learning to adjust it can transform relationships and outcomes. By consciously raising or lowering your status, you can attract, persuade, or put others at ease, both in person and online. Micro-adjustments in your behavior can lead to major shifts in how you’re perceived—mastering status is a powerful tool for personal and professional success.
Watch My TEDx Talk: The secret to looking more confident | Elia Nichols | TEDxOltrarno
If you enjoyed the article above, you already know how crucial posture is when it comes to leadership and human interaction.
But if you’d like to see what I mean—literally—have a look at my recent TEDx talk, “The secret to looking more confident.”
It was just selected as an Editor’s Pick by TED.com, and in under 15 minutes, you’ll gain practical insights into how small physical shifts can transform the way you’re perceived and how you feel in your own skin.
It’s a great place to start if you’re curious about how to project quiet authority without saying a word.
Did you miss last month’s Speak Easy Secrets?
No worries! You can read all my tips from Madrid on “How to Rock your Keynote speech” , just click on the image below.
Remember my mantra, awareness is power!
That’s all folks!
– Elia
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