Communication – body language

I'm sure you've heard that when you communicate, your body language communicates more than your words.  If something is incongruent, people will believe what your body is saying over the words you speak.

Now that we have that awareness, what are you communicating?  Take a snapshot of yourself or look in the mirror.  What do you see?

Do you have open, friendly body language – relaxed, hands to side or arms crossed in front of you?

What expression are you making?  A friendly smile?  An annoyed frown? 

How is your posture?  Tall and confident or hunched over and small – as though you are trying to hide?

Small changes can make a huge difference in how you are perceived.  If you think there could be improvement in how you project yourself, trying practicing in front of the mirror and then into the real world.  Observe how people respond differently. 

Isn't the power of awareness empowering?!

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What’s your communication style?

Have you ever felt like your boss wasn't as enthused as you would like when you share an accomplishment?

Or were not able to capture an executives attention the way you'd like? 

Often times both of these situations can be improved if you think about what's most important to them, and deliver your message in a succinct, and business relevant manner. 

For example, how did your accomplishment impact the business bottom-line?

Action: Observe of how someone who does communicate effectively with that person communicate, and take notice of the communication style your colleague uses.

If you have a particular situation you'd like to brainstorm, feel free to email me at gaf@PersonalJourneyCoaching.com. 

To your success,

Gwyneth Anne Freedman, PCC

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