1. Nonverbal Communication By: Lauren Bates

2. Voice  Keep it low and relaxed  Avoid a soft or wavering tone  Your voice carries you message  Allow people to enjoy listening to and hearing what you are trying to say properly.

3. Body  Keep your hands visible when seated.  When standing, stand balanced and erect.  Avoid rocking, leaning, stooping, and putting your hands on your hips.  Folding your arms tight across your chest and standing with your feet wide apart communicate domination or aggression

4. Hands  When talking, keep them somewhat still.  Avoid touching your hair or face and clenching, pointing, or pounding your fists; these may signal self-consciousness and defensiveness.

5. Eyes  Keep them focused on the eyes or face of the person(s) you are talking to.  Staring for no reason can be intimidating.  Winking or an expressive message with your eyes can be misconstrued by the other party.

6. Face  Be conscious of your facial expressions:  Grins  Frowns  Pouts  The sensitive nerve endings in our noses act up when we are under stress, REFRAIN from touching, or rubbing your nose in front of people.  This gesture is often interpreted as a sign that a person is lying!!!

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