Nonverbal Communication Chapter 17 Nonverbal Communication
Nonverbal Communication Characteristics of Effective Delivery Eye contact Gives you credibility Shows audience they are a priority Allows you to connect with audience Gestures Cultural expectations Inappropriate gestures
Nonverbal Communication Characteristics of Effective Delivery Gestures Functions of gestures Repeating Contradicting Substituting Complementing Emphasizing Regulating
Nonverbal Communication Characteristics of Effective Delivery Gestures Using gestures effectively Stay natural Be definite Use gestures that are consistent w/message Vary your gestures Don’t overdo it Coordinate gestures w/what you say
Nonverbal Communication Characteristics of Effective Delivery Use of movement Video Clip Purpose not distraction Avoid nervous mannerisms Physical barriers Immediacy Transitions Posture – Stance can reflect credibility Stand tall / Don’t slouch Avoid shifting
Nonverbal Communication Characteristics of Effective Delivery Facial Expressions Show your emotions Attitudes Smiles connect well with audiences
Nonverbal Communication Personal Appearance Affects how your audience will respond to you Important for first impression Appearance distractions Can take focus away from speakers message What are some appearance distractions