I always offer an open hand to give a firm, manly handshake, but some people grab my fingers and shake them. I hate that. It leaves me wondering if I’ve given the limp wrist, but the more I think about it the more I realise it isn’t my fault; people should wait until they feel the palm of the greeter’s hand against their own before gripping and shaking.
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Shaking Hands!
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I always feel dirty and unclean after someone gives me that limp, tip of the finger handshake. *shudder*
If you are going to do that then don't bother shaking my hand.Comment
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It's because IT geeks have clammy hands, especially when meeting members of the opposite sex.
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very goodOriginally posted by Churchill View PostI've always found that the correct handshake will open all the right doors...(\__/)
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I think a handshake's always a good opportunity to establish some dominance with a real 'gripper'. Also, turning your own hand slightly inwards so it's on top is good for establishing who is in charge.Guy Fawkes - "The last man to enter Parliament with honourable intentions."Comment
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That's it. I've been looking for a good reason to adopt the limp handshake and now I've got one. I'll report back on how it goes.Originally posted by teclo View PostI always feel dirty and unclean after someone gives me that limp, tip of the finger handshake. *shudder*Comment
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Stop dropping hints about your blue oyster adventures!Originally posted by Churchill View PostI've always found that the correct handshake will open all the right doors...
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