Is having a good “poker face” a good or bad thing?

<p>As with many of the topics we talk about here the answer to this one is – sometimes but not always.</p> <p> </p> <p>If you are playing poker or involved in a negotiation, it might be ideal that someone not be able to tell what you are thinking.</p> <p> </p> <p>But in everyday life, micro expressions are part of how we unconsciously decide if we can trust someone (I shared a relevant story during the conversation).</p> <p> </p> <p>If you are in leadership and you never show any emotion, people are going to be warry of you without really knowing why.</p> <p> </p> <p>And the flip side can also be true. During a tough time, people look to their leader to be calm and focused. The last thing you want is someone who is freaking out. In that case, having a bit of a poker face it a good thing.</p> <p> </p> <p>What do you think? Is having a poker face a good thing, something worth cultivating or a bad thing?</p> <p> </p> <p>Connect with the panelists: Jim Tam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimtam/</p> <p>Is a Principal Client Director with Korn Ferry’s Digital group where he advises organizations on how to improve their sales effectiveness through using world-class sales methodology and technology.</p> <p> </p> <p>Kaitlyn Niechwiadowicz (“knee-shadow-wits”): <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/kniechwiadowicz/'>https://www.linkedin.com/in/kniechwiadowicz/</a></p> <p>Senior Manager of Talent at Alkegen where she leads their global learning and talent management initiatives. She is passionate about helping individuals make an impact and exceed their potential.</p> <p> </p> <p>Dr. Bob Choat: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobchoat/</p> <p>He has eight years military experience, worked with the LA PD, was a stage hypnotist, he is now an executive performance coach and is going back to school for another PhD. This time in physics </p> <p> </p> <p>Dr Robyn Odegaard: <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynodegaard/'>https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynodegaard/</a></p> <p>AKA Mental MacGyver. My doctorate is in organizational busi