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This document provides examples of different body language cues and their implied meanings, and discusses the importance of both verbal and non-verbal communication. It notes that non-verbal cues like facial expressions, posture, and gestures convey messages, and these can either align with or contradict what is said verbally. The document emphasizes that awareness of one's own body language is crucial, especially during a job interview, as non-verbal cues like confidence, interest, or discomfort can negatively impact the interviewer's impression despite a strong verbal presentation.
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Activity 1 final
- 1. Activity 1: Interpretingbody language
- 2. What message arethey conveying?
- 3. What message arethey conveying? Hands in the air in despair Frowning Sad eyes “I’m stressed and angry”
- 4. What message arethey conveying?
- 5. What message arethey conveying? Smiling Thumbs up “I’m happy and things are good”
- 6. What message arethey conveying?
- 7. What message arethey conveying? Staring down at the girl Frowning with anger Hand pointing No smile Head and eyes down Mouth slightly down turned Arms crossed in defence “I’m annoyed” “I’m in trouble”
- 8. What message arethey conveying?
- 9. What message arethey conveying? Crying Squinting eyes Lips up turned “I’m upset”
- 10. What message arethey conveying?
- 11. What message arethey conveying? Eyes looking away Finger on face “I’m thinking”
- 12. Are they doingand saying the same thing? “I’m finding this really interesting!” “I’m fine – I’m really happy!”
- 13. Are they doingand saying the same thing? “I’m really sorry I beat you. I feel really bad!”
- 14. Verbal and non-verbalcommunication Verbal communication is the things we say. Non-verbal communication is the things we don’t say, but communicate through our body language. Both verbal and non-verbal communication are important and can say different things. It is important we are aware of our own and others verbal and non-verbal communication.
- 15. Why is itimportant to be aware of your verbal and non-verbal communication when going for a job interview?
- 16. Job interview YourCV and covering letter can secure you with a job interview, but your non-verbal communication can let you down on the day if you aren’t aware of what messages your body language is portraying. For example, if you are saying you are confident, then your body language needs to say the same thing.
- 17. Job interview Whatwould the following body language communicate to a interviewer: Crossed arms Frowning face Looking at the floor Dressed in scruffy clothes Tapping foot Do you think this body language would help someone to secure a job?
- 18. Remember, firstimpressions count and an interviewers decision will be largely be influenced by ‘what you don’t say’. So make sure you polish your non- verbal presentation as much as your verbal.
- 19. Tips on BodyLanguage Body language that could help to achieve this is: Open body language e.g. arms open and facing forwards Smiling Professional appearance Eye contact Nodding to acknowledge listening
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