Have you ever paid attention to the way you shake hands in the office, how you react while listening to your boss, or how you face your praise or criticism? These are all the things that say something without saying anything. These reactions are a part of your body language.
Reading Body Language is Also an Art
Our body also says a lot about us and if we pay attention, we can probably feel it too. However, the body language of all humans is different. No matter how sweetly a person talks, no matter how good his behavior is, if his body language is wrong then it has a negative impact on the other person and if his body language is perfect then the heart of the other person can also be won.
Understand this with an example. You told a friend of yours that you agree with him on something, but if you really do not agree then your body language can reveal it. If your friend can understand your body language then he will know in a moment that you do not really agree and are agreeing only to keep his heart.
In such a situation, it is important that what we are thinking, what we are speaking, what we say, should be in harmony with our body language. Have you ever paid attention to your body language? Even without speaking, you communicate non-verbally every day through your body language. The way you walk, sit and stand can help us develop a better understanding of what kind of work you are involved in.
Earlier it was believed that 93% of human communication is made up of body language and paralinguistic signals, while only 7% of the total communication is made up of words, but later Albert Mehrabian, a researcher working on this, said that 60 to 70% of the hidden meanings in communication are revealed through non-verbal behavior i.e. body language.
Statistics have a different world of their own, but the truth is that understanding body language not only improves our entire personality, but also develops a different image among other people. It is important to understand this to move ahead in life.
Manisha and Juhi, both are studying management. This is their final year. Both have got internship in the same company. They will be given training here and will be told how to work in the field of management. Both are very excited about the training.
Actually, this training is the first step of their career. Whoever performs well here will have more chances of getting a good job in the future. Both of them started learning the work from the very first day. Although both were in college, Manisha soon sensed the atmosphere of the company.
She started observing the people working there and their way of standing, sitting and talking and along with work, she also started learning their body language. On the other hand, Juhi could not leave her carefree attitude of college.
When the manager explained the work to her, her ears might have been listening to the boss, but her eyes would have been searching for a hundred things in the room. Sometimes she would look here and there while talking and sometimes she would start laughing loudly at the slightest thing.
In such a situation, the manager felt that Juhi was not paying much attention to her work. Juhi’s boss started hesitating to give her any responsible work. On the other hand, Manisha would listen to her seniors and work very seriously and attentively. Gradually, confidence started reflecting from Manisha’s body language and she became the favorite of the team.
When the internship ended after two months, Manisha’s happiness knew no bounds. She had an offer letter to join the same company in her hands. It was not that Juhi had less knowledge than Manisha or she did not know how to work, but perhaps the coordination between her ability and body language did not come out properly.
You do not always need a tongue to speak things. The way we stand and sit, our facial expressions, hand gestures and our eyes, knowingly or unknowingly say a lot. This is called body language. It is a fact that we speak more through our body and facial expressions than the words that come out of our tongue.
While meeting someone, a slight smile shows that we are willing to talk to the other person, whereas a harsh or flat expression on our face can be a signal to end any conversation immediately. Looking at your phone repeatedly or looking at the watch repeatedly indicates a lack of interest in the conversation.
On the other hand, focusing on the other person shows that you are enjoying being with him. Moving your eyes here and there during the conversation shows that you do not believe in the words or thoughts of the other person.
On the other hand, if we believe in the words of the other person, then our eyes shine. Walking with your head down in the corridor shows that you are not present there from the heart.
On the other hand, a simple smile or nod to people you pass by creates warmth. A firm handshake in an interview shows confidence and strength, while a light handshake shows nervousness and weakness. These are some of the things that are a part of our body language and they speak even when we remain silent. They tell what we are thinking and feeling at this moment.
Body language is a very important part of women’s day-to-day conversation. It tells a lot about them as a person. As soon as the conversation changes from formal to informal, our body language also changes. But it is also true that we cannot keep the same body language at our workplace as we keep at home or while talking to a close friend.
Communication is important at the workplace. Not only do you need to pay attention to what you say verbally, but it is also important to consider the messages you are sending to others through your body language.
You can use your body language to support or refute certain assumptions. This is even more important in the workplace because sometimes perception takes the form of reality. For example, if your body language or tone does not reflect confidence, then your colleagues may feel that you are not adding value to the work. In such a situation, they can add many other things to you to prove their perception to be true.
Body language for women is not just about communication, but it also shows an energy in them. Body language enhances the personality of women. It also affects how confident you feel from the inside. If you adopt confident and powerful body language, then people around you will see you as confident and powerful, no matter how you feel from the inside.
You will feel that your co-workers and others see you as a confident woman. Body language changes your and others’ mindset towards you. You start believing that you are a confident and powerful woman. Sometimes women need to show confidence and assertiveness in their opinions and words. In such a situation, they need to take special care of some things at the workplace.
Eye Language
Eyes are an important means of expression. Women often make some mistakes regarding eyes at the workplace. It is often seen that during any discussion or discussion, they do not say their point by looking into the eyes. This definitely indicates low self-confidence.
It is also often seen that if women do not agree with something, their eyes start looking here and there. Most women do not realize, but such body language can make the person in front feel neglected.
Apart from this, when women want to appear assertive, their eyes often become wide. Once again this is a wrong signal and the person in front feels that they are trying hard to prove their point.
Apart from this, flirtatious gestures with the eyes also take the matter in the wrong direction. Blinking the eyes frequently should also be avoided.
How Should be the Head Movement
It is important to say ‘yes’ or ‘no’ with clear approval by nodding the head properly. Sometimes when someone is talking, nodding too much can confuse that person and make you look overexcited towards some work. This should be avoided.
The Tone Should be Right
When you are talking to someone, keep in mind that there should be equal clarity in speaking during the entire discussion and the pitch should also be correct. If you start a discussion in a loud voice and end it in a low voice, it can confuse people. It gives the message that you start a discussion with authority, but lose control in the middle of the discussion.
Signs of Handshake
It is often seen that women shake hands lightly and loosely, as if they have just touched hands and walked away. Unknowingly, but by shaking hands like this, they indicate their soft personality.
Too Much or Too Little Talking
Speaking too much or too little can also give the wrong message in the office. Sometimes people stop taking you seriously by speaking too much, while if you speak very little, it gives the message that you have some kind of fear inside you.
Maintaining Some Distance
Communication is an important part of our life. The power of communication includes not only the words coming out of your mouth, but also the gestures of your body. Your body gestures say a lot more than the words coming out of your mouth.
Women should pay attention to their body language along with their words at the workplace. Body language tells about your personality and also makes the conversation effective. It tells how much confidence you have. How important you are for the success of the organization where you are working.
It is very important for women not to adopt the language of signs. It shows the lack of your personality. It is better to maintain some distance at the workplace. While talking to someone, maintain such a distance that the other person does not get nervous and at the same time behaves with you in a proper manner.
Smile But Carefully
Laughing too much at the workplace definitely gives the wrong message. It is okay to laugh or smile in the context of something, but it is also very important to take care of the presence of people around, otherwise sometimes it can do the opposite. Licking your lips repeatedly shows your lack of confidence. Laughing too much or biting your lips can give the wrong message to others.
Let’s delve deeper into each aspect of the block above:
Smiling and Laughing: Smiling is generally seen as a positive gesture that can create a friendly and approachable atmosphere. However, excessive laughing might be perceived as unprofessional or as if one is not taking their work seriously. It’s important to balance being cheerful with maintaining a professional demeanor.
Context Matters: The appropriateness of laughter or smiles greatly depends on the context. For example, sharing a light-hearted moment with colleagues can foster teamwork, but laughing during a serious meeting can be seen as disrespectful.
Awareness of Others: Being mindful of the presence and reactions of others is crucial. What might be funny to one person could be offensive to another. Observing others’ body language and feedback can guide when it’s appropriate to laugh or smile.
Lip Licking and Biting: Repeatedly licking your lips can be a sign of nervousness and may convey a lack of self-assurance, which could undermine one’s professional image. Similarly, biting your lips can be interpreted as a sign of anxiety or stress.
Impressions: Ultimately, these behaviors can inadvertently send messages about your confidence and attitude towards your work. It’s important to project confidence and professionalism through controlled and context-appropriate non-verbal cues.
In summary, while positive expressions like smiling are valuable in the workplace, they should be used judiciously. Observing the reactions of those around you and understanding the context can help ensure that your non-verbal communication supports a professional image.
