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A good presentation can be easily ruined by an unconfident presenter, or someone who is saying one thing with
their mouth, but something entirely else with their body. Though it is heavily debated on how much of
communication is based on non verbal cues, it is a commonly held belief that the nonverbal communication is
responsible most of the delivered message (See : Mehrabian Myth). Here is the most common figures about this:
communication relies on words up to 7%, on sounds up to 38% and on the visual part up to 55%. One thing we
know for sure is that body language is important, and that great live presenters are extremely good at it!
MEHRABIAN’S RULE OF COMMUNICATION
Only use of words Use of tone of voice Use of body language
Clasping your hands, rubbing them together, or
fidgeting with them shows nervousness, and may
give the audience the sense that you are
uncomfortable or do not believe in what you’re
saying.
INSTEAD – Try keeping your arms to your side,
and in an open manner. Use your hands to
convey what your mouth is saying through
calculated, concise movement.
Rubbing Hands / Hands in Pocket
Crossing your arms may give the impression that
you are unimpressed by something, or that
something is amiss. It’s a defensive posture that
will put a distance between you and your
audience.
INSTEAD – Keep your arms open, and away from
your body, almost like you were are thinking
about giving a big bear hug. This open gesture is
inviting and warm, it will give a sense of peace
and confidence to the audience.
Crossing your arms
Looking at the clock, looking at your feet, or
constantly looking at the screen or your
PowerPoint will look dismissive and
unprofessional
INSTEAD – Try making eye contact with everybody
for a brief few seconds when making a point. You
can make it short but don’t be too quick, stay
sincere when making it. Quickly nodding your
head in assurance will send the message that you
are personally interested in that individuals
grasping of the knowledge you are presenting.
Avoiding Eye Contact
Posture is one of the loudest speaking attributes
within body language. If you are slouching your
back, have your shoulders droop and neck limp, it
will send a weak message that will have your
audience questioning your professionalism.
INSTEAD – Stand straight, with shoulders that are
not rigid and tight, but firm and confident. Keep
your head high and your legs strong underneath
you to deliver your information in a confident
manner.
Posture
Pacing back and forth and moving your arms and
legs quickly will give off a quirky vibe that does
not fare well when trying to present convincing
information.
INSTEAD – Navigate the room with slow
confidence. It is important to not stay in one
place, so moving throughout the the front, or
even the entire crowd can send a positive
message.
Movement
Being the furthest point from your brain, naturally
the legs can be the hardest to control while trying
to concentrate on presenting. Fidgeting with your
legs and constantly readjusting your standing
position will give the audience the feeling that
you’re uncomfortable and restless.
INSTEAD – When standing, stand confidently, but
more so, make calculated and controlled
movement’s towards audience members. Make
every audience member think that you have
practiced these movements before – make them
believe you are a seasoned veteran with where
you move while presenting.
Legs
Body language is essential to a good presentation and therefore deserves to be
practiced, as you want to look natural. Don’t be too careful, nor to careless. Try to
approach the situation as a friend who is sharing some information, rather than a
lecturer who is surrounded by a student body. Try to remember all of these tips next
time you present about something – whether it is in a conference room or in your
everyday life – and see how your audience reacts to this: you will be surprised !

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6 Body Language Mistakes You May Be Making

  • 1. AND HOW TO FIX THEM A good presentation can be easily ruined by an unconfident presenter, or someone who is saying one thing with their mouth, but something entirely else with their body. Though it is heavily debated on how much of communication is based on non verbal cues, it is a commonly held belief that the nonverbal communication is responsible most of the delivered message (See : Mehrabian Myth). Here is the most common figures about this: communication relies on words up to 7%, on sounds up to 38% and on the visual part up to 55%. One thing we know for sure is that body language is important, and that great live presenters are extremely good at it!
  • 2. MEHRABIAN’S RULE OF COMMUNICATION Only use of words Use of tone of voice Use of body language
  • 3. Clasping your hands, rubbing them together, or fidgeting with them shows nervousness, and may give the audience the sense that you are uncomfortable or do not believe in what you’re saying. INSTEAD – Try keeping your arms to your side, and in an open manner. Use your hands to convey what your mouth is saying through calculated, concise movement. Rubbing Hands / Hands in Pocket
  • 4. Crossing your arms may give the impression that you are unimpressed by something, or that something is amiss. It’s a defensive posture that will put a distance between you and your audience. INSTEAD – Keep your arms open, and away from your body, almost like you were are thinking about giving a big bear hug. This open gesture is inviting and warm, it will give a sense of peace and confidence to the audience. Crossing your arms
  • 5. Looking at the clock, looking at your feet, or constantly looking at the screen or your PowerPoint will look dismissive and unprofessional INSTEAD – Try making eye contact with everybody for a brief few seconds when making a point. You can make it short but don’t be too quick, stay sincere when making it. Quickly nodding your head in assurance will send the message that you are personally interested in that individuals grasping of the knowledge you are presenting. Avoiding Eye Contact
  • 6. Posture is one of the loudest speaking attributes within body language. If you are slouching your back, have your shoulders droop and neck limp, it will send a weak message that will have your audience questioning your professionalism. INSTEAD – Stand straight, with shoulders that are not rigid and tight, but firm and confident. Keep your head high and your legs strong underneath you to deliver your information in a confident manner. Posture
  • 7. Pacing back and forth and moving your arms and legs quickly will give off a quirky vibe that does not fare well when trying to present convincing information. INSTEAD – Navigate the room with slow confidence. It is important to not stay in one place, so moving throughout the the front, or even the entire crowd can send a positive message. Movement
  • 8. Being the furthest point from your brain, naturally the legs can be the hardest to control while trying to concentrate on presenting. Fidgeting with your legs and constantly readjusting your standing position will give the audience the feeling that you’re uncomfortable and restless. INSTEAD – When standing, stand confidently, but more so, make calculated and controlled movement’s towards audience members. Make every audience member think that you have practiced these movements before – make them believe you are a seasoned veteran with where you move while presenting. Legs
  • 9. Body language is essential to a good presentation and therefore deserves to be practiced, as you want to look natural. Don’t be too careful, nor to careless. Try to approach the situation as a friend who is sharing some information, rather than a lecturer who is surrounded by a student body. Try to remember all of these tips next time you present about something – whether it is in a conference room or in your everyday life – and see how your audience reacts to this: you will be surprised !