Body Language
I'm pretty good at reading body language. It has helped me very much.
That's a great observation, Doug. When 'listening' to another person we need to make sure that we watch for conflicting messages that their body language can send. I'm curious, when you notice that the body language is different than the words, what do you say or do to move forward?
Being abe to read body language is very important! Their mouth may say "yes" but if the body says "no" then "NO" is the answer. that makes a big difference in closing or not closing.
Ashley,
These cues can definitely offer some insight into what might be going on with the student. Listening to a person's body language can help you identify some of the subtle nuances in the other person's communication. These can be helpful tips to know where to take your conversation next. Keep looking for these!
Shannon Gormley
Eye contact, defensive posturing, and nervous habits are all body language that can tell you more about a person than the words they offer.
Sarah,
That's great. Reading body language is an important skill that can tell you a great deal about the conversation. What are some of the cues that you typically look for when reading body language?
Shannon Gormley
