The 189cm Mindset: How to Own the Room When You’re the Tallest Guy in It
Let’s be real—being tall is an automatic “attention magnet.” When you’re 6’2″+, people notice you the second you walk in. But there is a big difference between being “just a tall guy” and being a “high-value man.”
When I was 140kg, I tried to hide my height. I hunched my shoulders because I didn’t want to be noticed. After my transformation, I realized that height is a tool. If you use it right, it’s your greatest asset in business (like Investment Banking) and in your social life.
Here is how to build a personality that matches your frame.
1. Fix the “Tall Guy Slouch” (The Confidence Gap)
Most tall guys lean forward or hunch over when talking to shorter people. Stop doing that. * The Rule: Keep your ears over your shoulders. If you hunch, you look insecure and “apologetic” for your size.
- The Human Fix: Stand tall. If you have to look down to talk to someone, do it with your eyes and a slight tilt of the head, not by collapsing your chest.
2. Master the “Low & Slow” Communication
Because you are physically larger, your presence can sometimes be intimidating without you realizing it.
- The Personality Hack: Speak with a calm, steady tone. When a big guy is loud and hyper, it can be “too much.” When a big guy is calm and composed, he looks like the leader of the room.
- The “Old Money” Vibe: Think of the classic “Quiet Confidence.” You don’t need to shout to be heard when you’re 189cm. Your height does the talking; your words should show your intelligence.
3. Style is Your Armor
Being tall and fit is a superpower for fashion, but you have to dress the part.
- Avoid Baggy Clothes: They make you look like a tent.
- The “Bad Boy + Old Money” Mix: I love combining a clean, fitted polo or a classic shirt with a confident, modern edge. It says, “I’m disciplined enough to work out, and smart enough to handle your investments.”
4. Don’t Be a “Giant” – Be an Athlete
When I was at my heaviest, I felt clumsy. Now, I use my height in football, basketball, and volleyball.
- Personality Tip: Being an athlete makes you “light on your feet.” That grace translates into how you move in daily life. People respect a tall guy who is athletic and coordinated much more than a “clumsy giant.”
The “Tall Man” Mantra
“You were given a big frame for a reason. Don’t shrink yourself to make others feel comfortable. Stand up straight, speak clearly, and lead.”