NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION

 NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION

NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION

Non-verbal communication is as important as verbal communication. It includes gestures, postures, facial expressions and mannerisms, The way a person walks, talks or sits reveals a lot about her/him.

 Here are some tips to improve your non-verbal communication skills.

 While walking

NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION

•  Hold yourself erect and hold your head up. It is a sign of confidence.

• Your pace should be neither too fast, nor too slow, This shows that you are a balanced person. 

While talking to Someone

•  Smile as this signals that you are a friendly person.
• Establish eye contact with the person but do not stare.
• Always respect the person space of others.
• Do not cross your arms. It shows that you do not agree with the other person.
• Control your hand movements, do not flail them.
• Avoid putting your hands into your pockets.
• Do not touch your face, especially your nose. It is sign that you are not speaking the truth or that you have something to hide.

While sitting 

 

NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION

• Sit straight and do not slouch. This upright, straight posture shows confidence.
• Put your hands on your lap and legs firmly on the ground