Programme Outline • • • Introductions Recap from last session What is a communication Communication Barriers Body Language
Re-cap Team working?
Communication Exercise
How do we communicate? Verbal Non – Verbal Written
Why is Communication important? Being able to communicate effectively is the most important of all life skills • • • Inspires Confidence Builds respect in business and social life Helps make friends Develops a your personality Reveals your ability to others Communication is important fro your, everyday life and career Communication skills are classed as one of the first among a job candidate’s 'must have' skills and qualities! https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=YQ 3 qg. IMURg. I
Barriers What barriers do you face when communicating? Communication Barriers Language Barriers Distractions Personalities Conflict Lack of information
Communicate?
Body language • If you are interested in someone that is talking to you, your feet will usually be pointing towards them – even if you’re not actually talking to them.
Body language facts.
Interview • What would the following body language communicate to a interviewer: • Do you think this body language would help someone to secure a job?
Video clip on Body Language • https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=9 b. Ag. E mihz. Ls
Interview • Remember, first impressions count and an interviewers decision will be largely be influenced by ‘what you don’t say’. • Smiling • Firm hand shake • Good eye contact • So make sure you practice your non-verbal/body language presentation as much as your verbal. Before attending an interview.
Body Language includes…… • • • Posture Facial Expression Eye Contact Appropriate use of touch Personal Space