Nonverbal communication represents two-thirds of all communication. The wrong message can be established if the body language conveyed does not match a verbal message. Nonverbal communication strengthens a first impression in common situations like attracting a partner or a business interview. a. Among the seven nonverbal communication channels described at the website, select two and evaluate how these channels will make you a better communicator by improving your ability to communicate nonverbally.
Among the seven nonverbal communication channels, I chose facial expression and gestures. Facial expressions can communicate sadness, happiness, anger aggression and defensiveness. The face is the most expressive area for nonverbal communication. The wide variety of emotions expressed through the face is a part of everyone’s repertoire. I try not to use facial expressions when interviewing, or just talking to someone, usually it does not work because I am very expressive.
The plans I have to improve my ability to control my facial expressions is to practice in the mirror every facial movement. My facial expressions is very transparent, and my eyes tell it all. Instead of staring at one person, I would like to scan the room and make eye contact with everyone and people cannot read me so easily.
To get your point across people will use curtain gestures. A gesture is a body movement that sends a signal to other people. It may involve a facial expression, hand movement, movement of the main body or a combination of any of these. It can indicate a general emotion or attitude, or a specific knowledge or word. People has spontaneous gestures by giving away their true thoughts and feelings through gestures without realizing it. Folding your arms can suggest discomfort or aggression; meanwhile, uncrossed legs while sitting suggest trust or friendliness.
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