body language

(noun)

Nonverbal communication by means of facial expressions, eye behavior, gestures, posture, and the like; often thought to be involuntary.

Related Terms

  • nonverbal

Examples of body language in the following topics:

  • Nonverbal Communication

    • There are many elements of involuntary body language that we use and experience commonly without being aware we are doing so.
    • When angry or upset, often someone's body language can communicate more intensity than their words alone.
  • Learning to Communicate Nonverbally

    • Messages can be communicated through gestures and touch, by body language or posture, or by facial expression and eye contact.
    • Nonverbal communication can enhance a spoken message through body signals.
    • Body language contains numerous elements, including physical features (both changeable and unchangeable); gestures and signals (both conscious and unconscious); and spatial relations.
    • The listener might perceive an unintended message if the body language conveyed by the speaker does not match the verbal message.
    • Body language, stance, and voice inflection or tone can have a stronger impact than the content of an initial communication itself.
  • Methods of Excercising Influence

    • Coercive - Coercive influences is where influence attains its negative connotation, best exemplified by totalitarian governmental bodies or other propaganda based campaigns.
    • Body language is an interesting persuasive asset and liability, where our intent or emotions may be demonstrated externally without our awareness .
    • Understanding what our body language expresses, and the affects of body language on influencing others, is extremely useful to consider.
  • Quality of Written and Oral Expression

    • The quality of written and oral communication depends on the effective use of language and communication channels.
    • In both written and oral communication, the use of language is the primary determinant of quality of expression.
    • Body language, eye contact, and tone of voice can play significant roles in face-to-face communication, and may even have a greater impact on the listener than the words actually spoken.
  • Types of Communication: Verbal, Written, and Nonverbal

    • Body language and tone of voice play a significant role in how oral communication is perceived.
    • Social psychologist Michael Argyle said that while spoken language is normally used to communicate information about external events that impact the speakers, non-verbal codes establish and maintain interpersonal relationships.
    • Examples of immediacy behaviors are smiling, touching, open body positions, and eye contact.
  • Learning to Speak

    • The absence of non-verbal cues, such as tone of voice or body language, means that written communication can be more easily misinterpreted and even cause offense.
  • Learning to Listen

    • It also involves the listener observing the speaker's behavior and body language.
  • Choosing the Type of Communication

    • Oral communications tend to be richer channels because information can be conveyed through speech as well as nonverbally through tone of voice and body language.
  • Evidence-Based Management

    • While there is a rich body of academic literature pertaining to tested and true managerial strategies, real-world application of such resources is relatively rare.
    • Unfortunately little shared language or terminology exists between managers, which makes it difficult for managers to hold discussions of evidence-based practices.
  • Considering Cultural and Interpersonal Differences

    • The following figure highlights the three building blocks of one intercultural approach: cross-cultural competence, language proficiency, and regional expertise.
    • The blue and yellow circles in the diagram highlight the importance of understanding the local language and visiting regions to achieve immersion in a particular cultural mentality.
    • Knowledge – Acquiring a thorough understanding of history, cultural norms, basic language, and religion is valuable.
    • This chart illustrates the three factors that constitute an effectively intercultural understanding for management: Regional Expertise, Language Proficiency, and Cross-Cultural Competence
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