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Tuesday, 25 June 2013

How using Non-Verbal Strategies Makes a Big Difference in Business Presentations


Experts have found that people communicate in three ways visually, vocally, and verbally. However, verbal communication has only 7% of a person's communication impact. This conclude  that more than 90% of a person's impact is from how something is said as well as what the person looks like saying it. The way the messenger sends signal to an audience that convince them to listen.

  • Some of key visual components are Eye contact, dress, gestures, posture, movement, and facial expressions.

  • Key vocal components are pitch, pacing, passion, projection, and pronunciation.By analysing and utilizing these non-verbal strategies, presenter can make a huge difference in business presentations and other speaking opportunities.


Following points explains the avoidance of some common mistake while using nonverbal actions using eyes and gestures


  • EYE CONTACTActive eye contact is one of the most important communication techniques that should be employed. It recognizes the audience's existence as individuals, how open presenter communicates, his honesty and also keeps people alert to your content.Because eye contact is so vital, avoid reading the speech.

  • GESTURESMake gestures only from above your waist. Gestures below waist level curtails the impact of the gesture and makes the looks less confident.Keep your arms and hands "open." 






 

1 comment:

  1. Good to know about gestures and eyes contact, will keep in mind.

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