The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) · Jordan Belfort
Belfort stands center stage with arms spread wide, chest open, addressing his sales floor.
DiCaprio plants his feet wide and opens his arms fully — the classic high-status starfish stance. Open chest plus wide base equals charismatic dominance. Notice how the posture invites the room in rather than walling it off.
What to observe
Practice Guide (5 steps)
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart. Extend your arms fully out to the sides, palms facing forward, and hold this position for 20 seconds. Focus on inviting energy into your space.
Pro tip: Keep your gaze steady and confident, as this enhances your openness and approachability.
Plant your feet firmly shoulder-width apart and bend slightly at the knees for stability. Engage your core to maintain balance as you hold this strong base for 20 seconds.
Pro tip: Feel the ground beneath your feet to reinforce your sense of stability and authority.
Practice speaking a short phrase or idea while using sweeping arm movements to emphasize your points. Allow your arms to move fluidly with your speech for 20 seconds.
Pro tip: Ensure your gestures are expansive and match your enthusiasm, as this keeps the audience engaged.
Stand with your shoulders back and chest open, avoiding any slouching. Hold this posture for 20 seconds while breathing deeply to reinforce confidence.
Pro tip: Imagine a string pulling your chest upward to maintain an open and inviting posture.
Lean slightly forward while keeping your arms open and relaxed at your sides. Hold this inviting posture for 20 seconds as if you are engaging with an audience.
Pro tip: Smile gently as you lean forward to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.