Communication
Body Language
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Communication
The imparting or exchanging of information by speaking, writing, or using
some other medium
Types of
Communication
Verbal
Oral
Non Verbal
Written
Sign
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Body Language
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Body Language - Handshake
Firm Handshake
Weak Handshake
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Body Language - Posture
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Keep a relaxed posture whether you
are sitting or standing. Keep your
back straight but not stiff and let those
shoulders relax. This will reinforce the
idea that you feel comfortable with
your surroundings.
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Body Language – Take Up Space
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You do not have to sprawl out but try
sitting or standing with your legs apart
a bit. This will signify to others that you
are at ease with yourself.
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Body Language – Take Up Space
Leaning in slightly when someone is
speaking demonstrates that you are
actively listening
Leaning away signals that you are
disinterested
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Body Language – Arms Placement
Crossing your arms is the
visual clue that you are
turned-off by what is going on
around you.
Practice hanging your arms
comfortably at your side
Bringing your hands together
in your lap to show others that
you are open to what they
are communicating
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Body Language – Use of hands
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Talking with your hands is an easy way
to incorporate gestures into your
conversation but be careful not to
make it a dance party. Emphasizing
words with your hands can lead you to
appear more credible and assured.
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Body Language – Eye Contact
Good eye contact lets others know that
you are interested in the conversation.
Lack of eye contact indicates lack of
interest in the conversation.
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Body Language – Looking at the Ground
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This tells people that you are shy or
disinterested or do not know what to
say next.
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Body Language – Checking Time
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Looking at a timepiece signals that
you do not want to be there and that
you have more important things to be
doing. If you are on a schedule or in a
time crunch, politely let the other
person know that you have an
engagement and excuse yourself.
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Body Language – Touching The Face
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Everyone has a little itch they need to
scratch now and again but repeatedly
touching your face while speaking
with someone is an indication that you
are lying.
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Body Language – Picking at Something
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Whether it is your clothes, your
notebook, or your fingernails, just
leave it alone. Picking at something
demonstrates boredom and
disapproval. At the very least, it
communicates that you are rude.
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Body Language – On the Edge
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Sitting on the edge of your chair will
communicate that you are literally on
the edge both mentally and
physically. You can make others feel
more comfortable around you by
sitting back in your chair and looking
relaxed. When you lean into a
conversation to appear engaged, you
want to lean with your back and leave
you bottom firmly planted toward the
back of the chair.
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Body Language – Tapping
Tapping your fingers, feet, or even a pen indicates stress or
impatience.
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Body Language – Standing Too Close
Four feet is the appropriate amount of space to give someone
who is not a close intimate friend.
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Body Language – Fake Smile
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Can be easily made out.
Shows nervousness and
detachment.
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Body Language - Positive Signs
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Affirmative movements.
You can show empathy with simple actions of agreement like nodding your head
or smiling. These actions let people know that you are on their side and that you
can identify with their plight. You can even use laughter when appropriate.
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Taking notes.
Taking notes lets others know that you value what they are saying and that you
are engaged in the conversation. Taking notes is not appropriate though in every
situation.
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Slower.
Take a deep breath, hold it for a second or two, and let it out. Focus on slowing
down your speech and body movements a bit. This will make you appear more
confident and contemplative. It will also help calm you down if you are nervous.
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