1. Nonverbal Communication
Chapter 17
Nonverbal Communication

2. 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

3. Nonverbal Communication
Characteristics of Effective Delivery
Gestures
Functions of gestures
Repeating
Contradicting
Substituting
Complementing
Emphasizing
Regulating

4. 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

5. 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

6. Nonverbal Communication
Characteristics of Effective Delivery
Facial Expressions
Show your emotions
Attitudes
Smiles connect well with audiences

7. 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