How to Shake Hands like a Gentleman - Handshake Etiquette for Confident Introductions

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Often seen as part of business deals or other types of transactions, handshakes are an important part of many a social interaction but what's the best way to master the handshake?

In today's world, the handshake is commonly performed upon meeting, greeting, parting, offering congratulations, expressing gratitude, or completing an agreement. In sports or other competitive activities, you'll also see the handshake performed as a sign of good sportsmanship. Overall, the purpose of a handshake is to convey trust, respect, balance, and equality.

Let's get down to business with proper handshakes. You may think there's nothing to a handshake but in reality, there are a number of technical concerns you should be aware of to shake hands properly.

First is the when. We've already listed the proper times overall to execute a handshake but specifically within any one of these social situations, when should you do it? When another person is speaking or introducing you, wait for them to finish speaking before you offer your hand. After extending your hand and while shaking, give the other person a simple greeting, something like "Hi, I'm Preston! It's nice to meet you!" or a simple "How are you?" could also do.

Next, the how. If you're seated, begin by rising before shaking someone else's hand. This shows courtesy and also, quite literally, puts you at the same level as the other person. Remember to make eye contact and offer a sincere smile to show that you appreciate the introduction. Also, be generally still and face the other person head-on. After all, you don't want to give them the impression that you're trying to get away as quickly as possible. If you're walking, do try to make an effort to stop and face the other person in order to shake your hand, if it's at all possible. Similarly, don't approach with an extended hand from behind or to the side of someone, as this may create an awkward opportunity for your handshake to go unnoticed. Speaking of unnoticed handshakes, if you are left hanging, don't panic.

To wrap things up today, here are a few general etiquette tips on what to do when hand shaking mistakes do occur.

First of all, if you are left hanging, try not to feel too embarrassed about it. Most likely, the situation wasn't that the person didn't respect you enough to give you a handshake, it was simply that your timing in the situation was off. If you do make a mistake with your handshake technique or timing, simply try again. When you think the time is appropriate, you could maybe add a bit of self-deprecating humor and of course, don't forget to smile.