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Body Language
The importance of body language should never be underestimated. Actions do speak louder than words. The ability to observe and understand the non–verbal messages we receive is an important skill.
Body language is not just a facial expression; it involves head, neck shoulders, arms, trunk, legs and feet.
The way you walk, stand, sit or dress, alone convey messages you need to be aware of.
In the first five minutes in any communication the other person has formed a judgment about you.
The largest percentage of this impression is based on what they SEE – not what they hear.
Close to 90% of a message is transmitted non–verbally. That is why face–to–face communication is more effective than using the telephone.
Observe the eyes and posture of the interviewer. The reason why we should learn to read body language is that when it is in conflict with the spoken word the body language is usually always the correct portrayal of the truth.
The use of the telephone for an interview is a totally different ball game altogether. You will actually feel more confident and come across better if you smile and stand up while you speak.
Whilst it is only in recent years that people really have become aware of the importance of reading body language, authorities like Desmond Morris and Gallein Fast have done much exploratory work.
