Whether you’re an introvert or extrovert, communication is a big part of every aspect of your life, and knowing how to talk to people in any situation gives you the advantage of leaving a better first impression. One thing that many people forget is that in reality, only half of communicating with others is speaking, the other half is listening. One University of Missouri report found that most people spend 30% of their time speaking
Communication is far more than the words that come out of your mouth; in fact, most communication is non-verbal and silent. These are the myriad traits, behaviors, and features that convey a message to those around you, and they can be very powerful. You should always be cognizant of your own non-verbal communications to improve and enhance interactions and public speaking. Consider these eight examples of non-verbal communication in your own interactions to communicate confidently
Communication is far more than the words that come out of your mouth; in fact, most communication is non-verbal and silent. These are the myriad traits, behaviors, and features that convey a message to those around you, and they can be very powerful. You should always be cognizant of your own non-verbal communications to improve and enhance interactions and public speaking. Consider these eight examples of non-verbal communication in your own interactions to communicate confidently
What Is Personal Space? We all live inside a personal space bubble that shrinks and expands depending on our relationship to the person with whom we are speaking. However, we guard our personal space as though we owned the air itself, and anyone who tries to breach the barrier uninvited feels like an invader. Under attack, our lower brain (Amygdala) goes into flight or fight. We run away, or apologize and back off, or fight
The personal and professional image you project as well as the impressions you create are determined by your appearance, methods of communication, and behavior. A good number of people are trained and mentored on how to improve their appearance and communication skills. However, most people tend to underestimate the role that proper etiquette plays in personal branding and helping to achieve both personal and professional goals. Simply put, etiquette can be referred to as the
