Eng 221 wk5 ass3
Running Head: NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION 1
NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION. 9
Non-verbal Communication
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Discuss how our self-presentation affects communication.
Self-presentation is a behavior conveyed with the intention of creating, modifying or maintaining one's impression in the minds of others. This usually makes people think about someone in a particular way; controlling other's perception of oneself. In communication, the self-presentation can be done verbally or nonverbally, and how one presents him or herself matters for it influences how the audience will respond to the message. The first impression does play a role in how people may judge a person; this can be dressing code, walking style or even sitting posture. For example upon meeting a stranger and addressing him politely and courteously the chances are high that the person will be responsive and engage in a communication freely.
Examine how non-verbal communication varies based on culture and gender.
Use of nonverbal communication varies from one culture to another as well as defined by gender differences. A nonverbal cue can have a different meaning when used by individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. For example waving. To some it could be bidding goodbye, signaling or calling out or a greeting. How men use nonverbal communication is not similar to their female counterparts. Also their skill in interpretation and signaling the meaning differs. The reason is that men do communicate to solve specific problems while women could use nonverbal communication to express their feelings (Carnes, 2015). Women tend to use eye contact when describing more than men. Men consequently are not as good as female when it comes to interpretation of nonverbal communication.
Discuss how we can improve our non-verbal communication.
According to Allen (2016), to improve nonverbal communication, one can ensure that they maintain eye contact while communicating, use facial expressions to convey the message appropriately, pay attention to proximity to others while talking. Also, considering the posture and tone to use.
References
Allen, F. B. (2016). Body Language Secret Hacks to Improve Your Nonverbal Communication, Social, Negotiation and Public Speaking Skills. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.
Carnes, D. (2015). Do Men & Women Use Nonverbal Communication Differently?. Retrieved from: https://www.livestrong.com/article/172581-do-men-women-use-nonverbal-communication-differently/
There are many methods of communication that are used by people today. The main communication methods include: written communication where people use memos, magazines, or even posters including others. Another method is online communication where people use social media sites and emails. Another method of communication is face-to-face which includes meetings, presentations, and visiting someone to talk about an issue together. Another method of communication is oral communication which includes: phone conversations. In all these methods of communications there are some which are best suited for professional settings and others are best suited for personal settings.
Some of the best methods to communicate professionally include: having meetings, it is easier to explain what you need to be done and your goals to your team in a meeting and they can also share their opinions with you. Explaining something one on one is easily understood. Another good method to communicate professionally is by using presentation; in presentations there are pictures, videos, and sounds people get the message easily when this things are used. Another way of communicating professionally is by use of internal memos which are sent to everyone in the organization so they can get the message being passed.
When it comes to personal setting communication the best methods include: social media like Facebook, twitter and whatsapp here one can communicate with family and friends easily and send photos and videos to show your progress. Another effective method is visiting someone and talking to them face-to-face about an issue this is good because when you talk face-to-face it is easy to pass the information first hand and give more explanation where needed.
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Analysis of Barry’s non-verbal behavior and the goal of non-effective communication
Non-verbal communication is important in many ways. They enhance communicator’s effectiveness in that communication serves the intended purpose in an indirect way. Different non-verbal communication poses different roles in communication (Kehoe & Teaching Company, 2015). Barry seems to be unsatisfied by the content of communication that was introduced by Marquez and Elana in regard to the match of the season. The first expression that could be used to judge the non-verbal communication by Barry is his cold look on the face during the conversation. His dissatisfaction might have been caused by the sarcasm contained in Elana’s words. Also, the prejudgment of Elana and Marques’ conversation might have caused dissatisfaction to Barry. The fact that Barry and Elana were more close in relationship compared to that of Marques might have as well caused discomfort to Barry when he introduced the topic about the match which depicted a couple of loss to the characters. Of course it could have been pleasing to discuss a match that “they” lost!
Non-verbal communication enhances understanding in a communication in an indirect way. For example, when there is an expression of sadness that should not be directly shown during conversation just as Barry applied when he was bored by the discussion. Also, non-communication helps in securing information that are meant for only two parties among many where only two understands the applicability of the communication employed.
Interpretation of others’ reactions to the non-verbal behaviour.
Throughout the conversation, Barry did not conduct himself well ethically. This non-verbal reaction does not go well with other parties in the conversation. Even though he does not conduct himself well, his other friends does not show their anger. They try to cope up with him but when he persist they decided to break the conversation and leave.
The first conversation where he acted unethically was when he interrupted by asking if they were not going to the complements as they used to. These leads to silence. The three other friends did not want to show there negative reactions. Therefore, they decided to keep quite. Barry decision to interrupt the conversation is because they had lost the match, therefore, he was not comfortable talking about experience of the match.
They was Elana responds to the Barry order to give him sweater was nice. She did not utter anything that could have given rise to quarrels. He only responded to Barry by suggesting that he, Barry, was closer to the place where his sweater was. Barry continued with his demands which made Elana to give in and go for his sweater. The other friends, Marquez and Lisa, are not happy with the code of conduct portrayed by Barry. They did not respond to the Barry last words; they decided to leave the place.
Decision of Barry’s behavior whether or not it was ethically acceptable.
Ethics provides that sociality should not be used to either disadvantage one party or led to suffering of another person ("Your Natural Style of Communication," 2013). One of the behavior that seems to contravene with this provision is where Barry used Elana to get his sweater upon an unsatisfying conversation. Such a case might have led to Elana thinking that she was exploited without cause, a factor which definitely lowers his self-esteem. Another instance of unethicality is shown where Barry grasped the sweater as uttering abusive words to Marques, “Gee, isn’t she sweet,” making them both Liza and Marques to feel embarrassed and leave the setting.
References
Kehoe, D., & Teaching Company. (2015). Effective communication skills. Chantilly, VA: Teaching Co.
Your Natural Style of Communication. (2013). Effective Interpersonal and Team Communication Skills for Engineers, 17-21. doi:10.1002/9781118514283.ch3