Non Verbal Communication Skills – Body Language

We communicate in three ways: visually, verbally and non verbally. Whilst verbal and written communication skills are important for any accomplished communicator research show that non verbal communication makes up a large proportion of our daily interpersonal communication. How good are your non verbal communication skills? Most non verbal communication is sub-conscious, which means we are not aware of what we are projecting. However the people on the receiving end of our communication will be aware. You see we are constantly giving away free signals as to how we are thinking through our eyes, facial expression, posture and body language. Being aware of your non verbal communication signals and consciously thinking about what you are projecting to others can change the way you are perceived by others and dramatically improve your interpersonal communication skills. Recognising and acknowledging the non verbal communication of others will make you a much more skilled and accomplished communicator. We have all experienced the scenario where somebody says something but their facial expression and body language says something different, their behaviour is perceived as incongruous and makes us feel uneasy. Often we interpret this as instinct and this would be right. We instinctively recognise when someone’s behaviour is not congruent and it can make us mistrust them.

It’s not just being aware of your non verbal communication it is also knowing what is appropriate in a specific environment or at a particular occasion. Social celebrations such as Christenings, Bar Mitzvahs and Weddings bring people together in large groups. You are expected to behave appropriately interacting and communicating with other guest. Inappropriate behaviour may be quickly spotted or worse captured on camera or on video for all to see. Have you ever seen a video of yourself and noticed your annoying mannerisms or highly expressive and sometimes inappropriate facial expressions? If you would like to improve your non verbal communication skills or be able to recognise what others are really thinking and saying then a simple half day of non verbal communication coaching is the answer. In just a few hours you will learn about body language, posture, deportment, gesticulation, eye contact and facial expression. You’ll learn about your own body language and that of others. You’ll be able to hone and perfect your non verbal communication, learning what is and what isn’t appropriate. I offer non verbal communication skills coaching to individuals and small groups. Just one morning or afternoon can make a real difference to how you communicate and how you feel about meeting and socialising with people in formal or informal environments.

Non Verbal Communication Skills Learning Overview

You will be coached individually or as part of a small group in a relaxed and supportive environment. You’ll get in depth and tailor made advice to specifically meet your individual needs. The coaching is highly interactive and engaging and designed to match your learning style. It’s highly experiential so you will actually be practising and refining you non verbal communication skills. If you choose a private coaching session rather than a group session then the content and format is very flexible and can be tailor made for you. So although there is a basic syllabus the format is down to you, you can spend as long as you want on a particular subject or completely omit a particular topic. Your non verbal communication skills coaching session will begin with a review of the topics to be covered and any specific needs or requests. You should allow three and a half hours for your session and you can expect to cover the following non verbal communications skills topics:

• Recognising your non verbal triggers
• How to manage your non verbal communication
• Interpreting the non verbal communication of others
• Body language as a communication tool
• Positive and negative body language
• Confident body language – status and physicality       Looking at:
• Deportment
• Facial Expression
• Eye Movement
• Gestures
• Gesticulation
• Using body language to improve verbal communication and image projection.

Benefits of Learning Non Verbal Communication Skills

Whatever your reason for wanting to improve your non verbal communication skills I can help you. Poor communication can result in conflict and misunderstandings, message conveyed is not message understood. Improving your non verbal communication skills will improve your overall communication skills and make you much more aware of what you are projecting and why you are being perceived in a certain way. It will enable you to project the image you want people to see and it will improve your relationships and interactions with others. Advanced communication skills will equip you with a powerful influencing tool. You will be able to use your body language and non verbal communication skills to enhance your message and to evoke powerful emotions in others. You will learn how to use your body language to relax, inspire or motivate others. Developing your non verbal communication skills will effectively enrich your life and the lives of people around you. I offer one to one coaching or if you want to reduce the cost why not ask your friends, associates or colleagues to join you, prices start from £75 per person see below.