Square Wheels Posted July 27, 2017 Share #1 Posted July 27, 2017 Tell me about your handshake? Is it a congenial shake where you are just being polite and introducing yourself? Do you feel the need to crush your opponents hand, let them know you are taking over their village and women? I'm a kinda average guy, I suppose if I wanted I could give you a solid shake and cause discomfort, but I prefer a gentler touch. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sheep_herder ★ Posted July 27, 2017 Popular Post Share #2 Posted July 27, 2017 You are not posting this is P&R? Folks that need to crush are true ass holes, and should be kicked in the crotch. An average handshake is fine. There are ways, like grabbing a full hand to the wrist, where you can prevent the crushers from doing their thing. If you have not already figured this out, I am not a big fan of bullies. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted July 27, 2017 Share #3 Posted July 27, 2017 A solid average shake - no crushing - and no floppy fish shake. Always be prepared for both. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share #4 Posted July 27, 2017 7 minutes ago, sheep_herder said: You are not posting this is P&R? Folks that need to crush are true ass holes, and should be kicked in the crotch. An average handshake is fine. There are ways, like grabbing a full hand to the wrist, where you can prevent the crushers from doing their thing. If you have not already figured this out, I am not a big fan of bullies. You were one of the people I had in mind when I thought of this. I suspect as a farmer, you could dish out a good crushing, and I suspected you would not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted July 27, 2017 Share #5 Posted July 27, 2017 Just so you know.. Diana Krall has the hardest handshake I have ever felt. My gazbillionaire boss has the softest. Sort of like he is petting an animal. Maybe he is just afraid to touch the help. I prefer solid contact without causing discomfort or breakage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F_in Ray Of Sunshine Posted July 27, 2017 Share #6 Posted July 27, 2017 Don't touch me. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted July 27, 2017 Share #7 Posted July 27, 2017 10 minutes ago, F_in Ray Of Sunshine said: Don't touch me. Handshakes are kind of stupid. They are like ties in that they are unnecessary yet people go along with it anyway. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Far ★ Posted July 27, 2017 Share #8 Posted July 27, 2017 46 minutes ago, Kzoo said: A solid average shake - no crushing - and no floppy fish shake. Always be prepared for both. Ditto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted July 27, 2017 Share #9 Posted July 27, 2017 I wonder what happened in the universe last night that caused me to agree with RG this morning. Do you have any idea where that hand has been. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F_in Ray Of Sunshine Posted July 27, 2017 Share #10 Posted July 27, 2017 4 minutes ago, Randomguy said: They are like ties in that they are unnecessary yet people go along with it anyway. Don't lump me in there. I don't even own a tie. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted July 27, 2017 Share #11 Posted July 27, 2017 1 minute ago, F_in Ray Of Sunshine said: Don't lump me in there. I don't even own a tie. I do, but it's a clip on and reserved for very formal occasions like my wake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F_in Ray Of Sunshine Posted July 27, 2017 Share #12 Posted July 27, 2017 1 minute ago, maddmaxx said: I do, but it's a clip on and reserved for very formal occasions like my wake. I thought you were the undead? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted July 27, 2017 Share #13 Posted July 27, 2017 1 minute ago, F_in Ray Of Sunshine said: I thought you were the undead? For now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirwickWithCheese Posted July 27, 2017 Share #14 Posted July 27, 2017 I extend my ring hand giving you the opportunity to show your deference in my presence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted July 27, 2017 Share #15 Posted July 27, 2017 20 minutes ago, maddmaxx said: I wonder what happened in the universe last night that caused me to agree with RG this morning. Do you have any idea where that hand has been. I washed it once the challenge was over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted July 27, 2017 Share #16 Posted July 27, 2017 3 minutes ago, 1826 said: I extend my ring hand giving you the opportunity to show your deference in my presence. The return gesture involves my butt. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted July 27, 2017 Share #17 Posted July 27, 2017 1 hour ago, Kzoo said: A solid average shake - no crushing - and no floppy fish shake. Always be prepared for both. this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted July 27, 2017 Share #18 Posted July 27, 2017 Firm but not crushing. Remember to look them in the eye too. However I taught this to my daughter too, it's not just a guy thing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groupw Posted July 27, 2017 Share #19 Posted July 27, 2017 I shake hands frequently in this job. I work with people ranging from construction owners and farmers to office assistants to CEO's. I prefer to give a firm, but non-harmful shake, but try to read the person as we meet. My hands aren't huge so blue collar bosses sometimes try to intimidate me with a firmer than normal shake. I had one try to crush my hand and surprised him when I met his grip with similar force. We get along just fine, now. I accidentally hurt a guy on a handshake. I did a standard shake and he did not meet the force. I backed off immediately, but I could see the pain in his face. Turned out he was a real jerk! I didn't feel so bad about it, then. Women, no offense, are the hardest to gauge. Some barely brush palms while others want to prove they can be as tough as the guys. Age or physical stature having nothing to do with the variations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tybeegb Posted July 27, 2017 Share #20 Posted July 27, 2017 I'm really not a hand shaker. Or hugger. I really just prefer a "Hey, nice to meet you" when being introduced to someone I've never met. After that I prefer a simple "Hey." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parodybot Posted July 27, 2017 Share #21 Posted July 27, 2017 Robots do not shake hands. We do the bump thing. Not the fist bump, the dance, you know, where you bump hips. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerrySTL ★ Posted July 27, 2017 Share #22 Posted July 27, 2017 My favorite is the "Just Out Of The Bathroom" damp shake. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parodybot Posted July 27, 2017 Share #23 Posted July 27, 2017 Just now, JerrySTL said: My favorite is the "Just Out Of The Bathroom" damp shake. Dude rusts my hand I will end him 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted July 28, 2017 Share #24 Posted July 28, 2017 I had a dermatologist ...in Texas He had a limp hand shake...I still get the hebe-geebees just thinking about it..Then again some guy at church just about bent my gold ring with the grip he had for a handshake...WTF don't make me cry!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffJim Posted July 28, 2017 Share #25 Posted July 28, 2017 I prefer the Donald Trump death grip with a 20 second locktite duration. Makes them know I'm the Alpha. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted July 28, 2017 Share #26 Posted July 28, 2017 Average here. I agree with montana. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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