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How can I improve my body language reading skills?

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Question added by Lina Samer , Digital Media Graphic Designer , iDirection
Date Posted: 2017/04/18
Josephine mayanja-nkangi
by Josephine mayanja-nkangi , Program Assistant , Rural Community Assistance Corporation

Body language is about more than just posture or gestures. Paying attention to the vocal intonation, demeanor and making eye contact are also necessary for one to get better understanding of another person.

Pay attention to every little detail and inconsistences. Sometimes go with your instincts and don't dismiss your gut.  Don't hesitate to do eye contact and miss person facial expression.As you attention to ,one of voice, gesture, intensity, timing everything helps in improving body language reading skills.

kiran sheikh
by kiran sheikh , teacher , beginner's school

eye contact,attention and politeness.

Kamran Sarwar
by Kamran Sarwar , Manager Accounts , DR. HAMEED GENERAL HOMOEO PVT. LTD.

The first step to body language improvement is awareness. ..

Look at other people — especially people you admire. ...

Mirror the Other Person. ..

Be Aware of How You Cross Your Arms and Legs. ...

Make Eye Contact. ..

Relax Your Shoulders. ...

Don't Slouch. ...

Face Your Conversation Partner.

Don't Tilt Your Head (Too Much)

Don't End Sentences with Upswings

SHERIN THOMAS
by SHERIN THOMAS , Data Entry Operator , SAMSUNG ANDULUS Global Technical Services Co

  1. Show Up On Time. ...
  2. Perfect the Handshake. ...
  3. Negotiate with the Right People. ...
  4. Maintain Friendly Eye Contact. ...
  5. Be Aware of Your Facial Expressions. ...
  6. Maintain Personal Space: Proxemics

fahd hussain hussain
by fahd hussain hussain , Visiting Faculty Member

Self confidence, good communication skills and psotive mindset is the key to read body language of people around you. You can always improve your skills on daily basis if you meet people from various departments of life and observe their behaviour specially in crucnh and pressure situation.

Mahmoud Mousad Abdelmoeti Ali
by Mahmoud Mousad Abdelmoeti Ali , Trainer , Al-Muzaini Exchange co.

Body language includes more than just the slouch-factor or where you put your hands. In fact, it includes facial expressions, proximity to others, body position, habits, eye gestures, how we touch ourselves and others, how we interact with what we touch

to improve your body language be aware, study others, Mirror the other person, Make eye contact, Relax your shoulders, 

Lageet Khalid
by Lageet Khalid , Branch Manager , budget air flydubai

Show up on timePerfect the handshakeMaintain friendly eye contactDeal with right peopleBeware of  your facial expressions

sharjeel ahmed
by sharjeel ahmed , Architect , DHRUMATARU CONSULTANTS

To have an excellent body language one has to be confident. With a smile on face, eyes in contact with the person the conversation is going on with. With proper sitting posture and good communication skills.

naif tabari
by naif tabari , Project Manager , Saudi Telecom Company

Allow my counterpart ample time to convey his thoughts.

keep eye contact while also observing body gestures.

stay calm and pleasant to allow my counterpart to express him/her self easier.

 

Yasir Dil
by Yasir Dil , Corporate Marketing Manager , LEAMS Education Services

Attitude and way speaking reflects the true picture of human personality. 

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