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Body Language In Presentations

Published on Nov 21, 2015

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BODY LANGUAGE

FOR EFFECTIVE PRESENTATIONS
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In a recent study done by
Professor Mehrabian,
Head of Psychology
At UCLA,
It was discovered that...

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WORDS

ONLY ACCOUNT FOR 7% OF HUMAN COMMUNICATION
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TONE OF VOICE

ACCOUNTS FOR 38%.
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BODY LANGUAGE

ACCOUNTS FOR 55%.

The following are four tips to giving an effective presentation:

SMILE

  • Makes audience comfortable
  • Encourages interaction
  • Key to getting point across

POSTURE

  • Chest open, back straight = better breathing
  • Audiences are more receptive
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EYE CONTACT

  • Crucial for emphasizing points
  • Personal feel = attentive behavior
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HAND GESTURES

  • Proven to improve audience retention
  • Keeps attention focused on speaker

TO REVIEW...

  • Smiling encourages interaction.
  • Good posture keeps you relaxed.
  • Eye contact is crucial for a personal feel.
  • Positive gestures increase retention.
  • All are integral for an effective presentation.