NON VERBAL

COMMUNICATION DURING
PRESENTATION – HOW TO
MANAGE STRESS
 What is Non-Verbal Communication

• Nonverbal communication (NVC) is the transmission of messages or

signals through a nonverbal platform such as eye contact, facial
expressions, gestures, posture, use of objects and body language . It
includes the use of social cues, kinesics, distance (proxemics and physical
environments/appearance, of voice (paralanguage) and of touch (haptics)
What is Non-Verbally Communication in
Presentation

Nonverbal communication means conveying information without using

words. This might involve using certain facial expressions or hand gestures
to make a specific point, or it could involve the use (or non-use) of eye
contact, physical proximity, and other nonverbal cues to get a message
across.
 TYPES OF NON-VERBAL
COMMUNICATION
• Facial expressions
• Gestures
• Paralinguistic (such as loudness or tone of voice)
• Body language
• Proxemics or personal space
• Eye gaze, haptic (touch)
• Appearance
• Artefacts (objects and images)
 Facial Expressions

Facial expressions are responsible for a huge proportion of nonverbal

communication. Consider how much information can be conveyed with a
smile or a frown. The look on a person's face is often the first thing we see,
even before we hear what they have to say.
 Gesture

• Deliberate movements and signals are an important way to communicate

meaning without words.
• Common gestures include waving, pointing, and giving a "thumbs up"
sign. Other gestures are arbitrary and related to culture.
 Body Language

Posture and movement can also provide a great deal of

information. Research on body language has grown significantly since the
1970s, with popular media focusing on the over-interpretation of defensive
postures such as arm-crossing and leg-crossing.
 Appearance

• Our choice of clothing, hairstyle, and other appearance factors are also
considered a means of nonverbal communication. Research on color
psychology has demonstrated that different colors can evoke different
moods. Appearance can also alter physiological reactions, judgments, and
interpretations.
 HOW TO MANAGE STRESS

• While giving a presentation or making a speech at work may feel

challenging, there are several things you can do to calm your nerves and
set yourself up for success. Here are 5 ways to reduce nerves and ensure
you remain calm throughout your presentation:
 Set Reasonable Expectations

• It's easy to expect perfectionism from ourselves, especially in the face of a

big event such as giving a speech or making a presentation. However, it's
important to set reasonable expectations so you aren't left upset if you do
slip up during a presentation. Keep in mind that everyone makes mistakes
and that no one will think differently of you if you don't deliver a perfect
speech.
 Practice

Practicing your presentation is essential to increasing your confidence

and ensuring you're prepared. Consider practicing with a friend or family
member and ask for their feedback. Continue to practice until you feel
you're able to make the presentation with confidence.
 Speak Slowly

• Speaking slowly will help to calm your nerves and will also ensure your
audience is able to hear you. You should practice speaking slowly before
the presentation, as it's easy to start speaking quickly when you're
especially nervous or anxious.
 Make Eye Contact

• Staring at your notes or the floor while giving a presentation is often an

unconscious reaction to feeling nervous and unsure of yourself. Instead of
staring off into space when speaking, choose a few friendly faces to make eye
contact with. This helps to engage the audience and gives the audience the
opportunity to portray their interest in what you're saying.
 Accept Your Fear

• Rather than trying to fight any fear you have around making a
presentation, instead, try accepting that fear as a normal part of life. While
denying or fighting the fear will often only make it worse, accepting it and
choosing to act despite the fear helps build confidence.
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