nonverbal

Examples of nonverbal in the following topics:

• Nonverbal Communication

  • Nonverbal elements supplement the use of words to convey meaning during communication.
  • Nonverbal communication refers to meaning conveyed in the absence of words.
  • There are two types of nonverbal communication—voluntary and involuntary.
  • Voluntary nonverbal communication refers to intentional movements, gestures, and poses.
  • Involuntary nonverbal communication can betray one's true beliefs, feelings, or motives.

• Learning to Communicate Nonverbally

  • Nonverbal communication is the process of conveying meaning through sending and receiving wordless cues.
  • Nonverbal communication can enhance a spoken message through body signals.
  • Nonverbal communication represents two-thirds of all communication.
  • These nonverbal behaviors can indicate feelings and attitudes toward another person.
  • Clothing is one of the most common forms of nonverbal communication.

• Types of Communication: Verbal, Written, and Nonverbal

• Quality of Written and Oral Expression

  • In addition to word use, communicators can employ visual and nonverbal elements to convey meaning.

• 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.

• Impression Management

  • The unique characteristics of a given social situation are important: cultural norms determine the appropriateness of particular verbal and nonverbal behaviors in different situations.

• Overview of Negotiating Strategies

  • Accommodating - This style is sensitive to the emotions of those being bargained with, and in touch with verbal and nonverbal signals.