Look and Learn Exercise Aim of exercise: To help you to improve your body language while communicating in a group. When to use: Whenever you are communicating with others in group situations. Activity: 1. The next time you’re in a meeting or at a social event, look around the room. 2. Watch carefully […]
Ghost Writer Exercise
Ghost Writer Exercise Aim of exercise: To use effective eye contact. When to use: Whenever you need to come across assertively and confidently while talking in group situations. The technique works in a group of up to 15 people. Activity: 1. The next time you’re at a meeting, a social gathering or presenting […]
Practical tips for making the best first impression
Tips to help you make a great first impression 1. Be conscious of how you’re coming across. Think about how you look and sound when you introduce yourself to people. Introducing yourself is something you tend to do the same way every time. So it’s worth making sure you look right and you’re not doing […]
Summary of techniques for using your hands
Techniques for using your hands to reinforce your message Before you next attend a meeting or have to speak to a group, reflect on what you’re going to say and think about how you will use your hands to reinforce your message. 1. If when you’re speaking you plan to address a number of issues, […]