But what are you telling me? I Hear What You Say… But what are you telling me?
Have you ever heard anyone say, "His actions spoke so loudly I couldn't hear what he said?"
Not necessary….really!!
Why is it important??? Less than 35% of the social meanings is actually transmitted by words. 65% of it is conveyed through non-verbal channel. According to the social anthropologist, Edward T. Hall, in a normal conversation between two persons, less than 35% of the social meanings is actually transmitted by words. So, at least 65% of it is conveyed through the body (non-verbal channel).
In the gamut of the non verbal…..
Facial Expressions
Kinesics
Tone of Voice
Posture
Gestures
Eye Contact
Attire
Personal Space
Haptics
Sound Symbols
Silence
Adornment
How do we get it right?
Get out of the autopilot mode
Respect Personal Space
Responding to others’ nonverbal cues
Be aware of your own self