Professor Elam

Friday January 25 2013

TAMUSA Student Alesha Heineman Provided us with a great summary of Bruce Howard's presentation yesterday.

Nonverbal Communication
Notes from Mr. Howard’s lecture
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55% of communication is indicated through body language!
· Make a positive first impression. Dress for success!
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5 Different types of nonverbal communication

1. Repetition-
Example) Nodding your head up and down instead of saying yes.

2. Contradiction-
Example) Frowning while greeting someone.

3. Substitution-
Example) Smiling that you are excited instead of saying it.

4. Complimenting-
Example) Patting someone on the back instead of saying, “Great job!”

5. Accenting-
Example) Telling someone “No!” and pounding on the table at the same time.
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Posture is important! Whether you are standing, sitting, walking, etc.
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Be aware of gestures that you use while talking to someone.
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Make eye contact but don’t stare down the person. Focus on their head.
· Watch out for spacing.

Don’t get too close.
· A handshake should consist of three shakes.
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Your voice is a nonverbal communication. It is about the timing, pace, tone and direction.
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Don’t use “ummmm”, “aaahhh” or “like” while speaking.
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Prepare before an interview in order to be confident.
· You should treat an interview like a test, study beforehand!