BODY LANGUAGE
The visual part of our message, our body language, including gestures and facial expression, determines how much credibility we have with our listener/receiver. If the message is consistent, all three elements work together. The excitement and enthusiasm of the voice work with the energy and animation of the face and body to reflect the confidence and conviction of ...what is said.
For example, what if I look down and cross my arms. I speak in a very monotonous voice and don’t make eye contact with you while saying, "I’m so happy to see you and I’m really glad you’re here".
Would my message be believable? Do I seem happy to see you?
FACIAL EXPRESSIONS
When people have to choose between how you sound and how you look, they tend to believe the information your body language and facial expression sends.
To communicate effectively, you need to be aware of your facial expressions and gestures. Be sure your body language communicates the message you want to send. There are 80 muscles in the face that can make more than 7,000 different facial expressions. Use facial expressions to convey your message, but be aware of the message your facial expression is sending. Many of us “talk with our hands” naturally, and gestures can add energy and emphasis to your communication. Just be aware of whether or not your gestures are distracting or inappropriate. One way to discover this is to videotape yourself and observe your body language.
The visual part of our message, our body language, including gestures and facial expression, determines how much credibility we have with our listener/receiver. If the message is consistent, all three elements work together. The excitement and enthusiasm of the voice work with the energy and animation of the face and body to reflect the confidence and conviction of ...what is said.
For example, what if I look down and cross my arms. I speak in a very monotonous voice and don’t make eye contact with you while saying, "I’m so happy to see you and I’m really glad you’re here".
Would my message be believable? Do I seem happy to see you?
FACIAL EXPRESSIONS
When people have to choose between how you sound and how you look, they tend to believe the information your body language and facial expression sends.
To communicate effectively, you need to be aware of your facial expressions and gestures. Be sure your body language communicates the message you want to send. There are 80 muscles in the face that can make more than 7,000 different facial expressions. Use facial expressions to convey your message, but be aware of the message your facial expression is sending. Many of us “talk with our hands” naturally, and gestures can add energy and emphasis to your communication. Just be aware of whether or not your gestures are distracting or inappropriate. One way to discover this is to videotape yourself and observe your body language.
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