I think it's wrong to say that you can judge somebody by their handshake. In fact I'd go so far as to say that's bullshit, although I hope you're not too offended.. People are just too complex for that, dude..

Anyway nah I don't really think firm handshakes are that important, but I have a couple of friends who have the most weak-ass handshakes in the world, and it usually irritates me.
GHoSToKeR Reviewed by GHoSToKeR on . How important is a firm handshake? When I was 5 years old, eye contact was the first thing my dad taught me along with a firm handshake. "you look a man in the eye, whether he is bigger or smaller than you. Stick out your hand into their space before they do. When you grab each others hand, make sure you are the one with the dominant hold. Look him in the eye and introduce yourself loud and clear." I can't remember how many times people complimented my dad and I when I was young. Noone expects a five year old to shake your Rating: 5