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What is Body Language?

Prof.M.S.Rao asked: “The body never lies and the body never keeps quiet”, Ancient Chinese proverb. Observe the three role playing activities stated below: One: Peter says, “Paul, Take this DVD cassette. It is very interesting. Play it and enjoy yourself”. (Not looked at the DVD and also at the Paul while handing over). Two: Peter […]

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5 Powerful Interpersonal Communication Skill Secrets

Peter Murphy asked: Having good interpersonal communication skill is a combination of being able to say what you mean clearly and concisely, and being able to take on board opinions of others and adapt what you say accordingly, as well as making them feel they can speak freely. To do that, you have got to […]

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Beyond Public Speaking 101

Silvana Clark asked: s to all of us sooner or later. You have been selected to give a speech to the board, a conference or even all your employees. Most managers know the basics of public speaking: don’t jingle coins in your pocket, make eye contact, have a great opening, don’t read your notes…..etc. But […]

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Confident Non-verbal Communication

Joshua Uebergang asked: Your non-verbal communication which is more frequently but narrowly referred to as body language, is a universally overlooked area to improve your confidence in communication and general self-perception. The majority of people aim to build their confidence but rarely consider the power of communicating confidence non-verbally. If you’d like to improve your […]

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Plan Your Best Man Speech For Best Success

D Fraser asked: It’s a big day in your life, and your best friends life. His wedding day is here, and he’s chosen you to be his best man. To stand by his side as he says his vows, and then at the reception to say some kind words about your relationship, and his new […]

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Body Language – How To Know What They're Really Saying

Clare Evans asked: When we communicate with someone we will be doing so on a number of levels, not just the words that we use – tone of voice and body language are also important factors in non-verbal communication. Eye contact – is one of the most powerful means of communication after words. It can […]

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The Speech Versus the Presentation: Part 3

Nancy Daniels asked: In Part 1 of The Speech Versus The Presentation, I talked about the differences between those two formats whereas in Part 2, I discussed speechwriting and how the format is identical for both.  While there are many similarities in the delivery of both the speech and the presentation, there is one important […]

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Body Language – Speaking Without Words

Dalli Simmons asked: One of the most influential modes of communication we utilize in our day to day interactions is our non-verbal, or body language. It is the mode of communication which ignites our “gut level” emotions and responses. Research has shown that acquiring an understanding of body language increases one’s ability to be successful […]

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Autism Communication

jANINE asked: Autism communication – what does this mean? Astonishingly up to 50 percent of children with autism will never develop speech, whilst the others will develop some form of early communication skills. However, autistic children rarely engage in effective communication. When we think of speech – language we refer to the body of words, […]