7 Ways to Get Ahead at Work Without Saying a Word

7 Ways to Get Ahead at Work Without Saying a Word7 Ways to Get Ahead at Work Without Saying a WordYou probably already know that communication is much more than just the words you say. So it makes sense that getting ahead at the office requires some strategic non-verbal interactions.What do we mean? Well, our friends at Refinery29 and LearnVest put together seven small, research-backed ways you can impress at work without saying a word. For example, try mimicking your boss behaviorAccording to a study out of Duke University, subtle forms of mimicry can prove useful when youre trying to win someone over. Its known as the chameleon effect because, in the same way that a chameleon changes the color of its skin to match the environment, people can change behaviors and mannerisms to mirror the partie who theyre interacting with. From perfecting your handshake to smiling when youre stressing out, start putting these tips into practice- and see what kind of impact it has on your career.See the Tips NowPhoto courtesy of Refinery29 and Jenny Kraemer.