Putting on a poker face can be a useful tactic during negotiations.
Poker face can be used formally or informally
Friend 1: One of the best strategies for playing good poker is not to let the other players know when you are holding really good cards. Friend 2: And how do I do that? Friend 1: Your face must remain expressionless. You cannot show any emotion whether you have good cards or bad. It is especially important to have a good poker face when you are bluffing. Friend 2: Bluffing? Friend 1: Bluffing is when you have bad cards but are betting as if you have really good cards. Friend 2: Got it. Show no emotion.
Lawyer: Opposing counsel will try and get you to react. I need you to remain calm and show no emotion no matter what is said, OK? Client: That could be difficult. Lawyer: But you cannot react and you cannot show any emotion. Opposing counsel will use it against you. You must put on your best poker face. Client: I'll do my best.
a completely neutral facial expression which shows no emotion
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