Tilt your head and nod to show interest in what someone is saying

Summary

Tilting your head as though to listen better signals interest and curiosity
Nodding shows you are listening and agree with what is being said

Details

When you nod, people share more. on average 67% more.
A slow triple nod is best

References

Cues - Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication - Vanessa Van Edwards

Quotes

Most people, when trying to hear something more clearly, tilt their head to the side to expose their ear. Because of this instinct, a head tilt cue shows interest and curiosity. People who tilt their head during conversations immediately increase their likability and thus their wow factor

Nodding is a great way to inspire agreement. Most people make the mistake of hiding or stifling their feelings in meetings or interactions. If you agree with something, show it.

Here is another weird effect of nodding: When you nod yes, you get the other person to speak more . . . 67 percent more. Researchers observed applicants interviewing for civil service positions. They found that when the interviewer nodded, the duration of interviewees’ speech increased by 67 percent

The best nods are slow and thoughtful. A slow triple nod is best