. Drucker What you do speaks so loud that I cannot hear what you say. Ralph Waldo Emerson
Cues about senders motives. Contextual meaning. Beneficial / Harmful. Gender differences.
1. Facial Expression
2. Gestures Deliberate movements Mannerisms Common Gestures - Waving, Pointing Culture Variations
3. Paralinguistics /Intonation:
Vocal communication separate from actual language Tone of voice, loudness, inflection and pitch Strong tone of voice Hesitant tone of voice
Amount of distance we need and the amount of space Factors Personality, Cultural norms, Situational factors, Level of familiarity.
Example - Casual conversation vs Public Speaking
6. Eye Gaze Looking, staring and blinking Example - Liking Blinking increases and pupils dilate Can indicate a range of emotions, including liking, hostility, interest etc.
7. Haptics
Communicating through touch
8. APPEARANCE
Choice of Color, Clothing, Hairstyles
9.LISTENING
Essential skill for success at work place. Crucial to provide quality services, facilitating groups, training staff, improving teamwork etc. Depends on your ability to receive and decode verbal and non verbal messages.
STEPS TO IMPROVE 1.Pay Attention to Nonverbal Signals 2. Look for Incongruent Behaviors 3. Concentrate on Your Tone of Voice When Speaking 4. Use Good Eye Contact 5. Ask Questions About Nonverbal Signals
STEPS TO IMPROVE
(CONTD.)
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