Jude, a chief operations officer at a digital banking company, was the type of leader everyone loved. Kind and welcoming, he had a knack for connecting with others and inspiring trust from his team. But as an emotional person (or what I call a sensitive striver), Jude often wore his heart on his sleeve. He found it challenging to hide his emotions during inopportune times, and his facial expressions often gave away his true feelings — even if it didn’t serve him or others.
When — and How — to Keep a Poker Face at Work
Practice regulating your emotions by being aware of your facial expressions and body language.
March 06, 2023
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Summary.
Maintaining a poker face doesn’t necessarily mean suppressing your feelings or being dishonest. It simply means practicing emotion regulation by being aware of your facial expressions and body language and using them strategically. In this piece, the author explains when to put on a poker face, or not, and offers practical strategies for how to interrupt your inner eruption. The better you can self-regulate, the easier it will be to express your emotions in a way you feel proud of.