PRESENTATION SKILLS
Communication exists in two forms: verbal and nonverbal communication. As such, when presenting information, applying various techniques is paramount to being understood and understanding what is being said. View the tables below to compare the presentation skills contained in verbal and non-verbal communication.
Non-Verbal Communication
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Eye Contact
People usually associate giving eye contact with being trustworthy. Eye contact also conveys interest and emotions.
Facial Expressions
You can show that you are hearing and understanding your colleagues by holding a slight smile, nodding, and by maintaing eye contact.
Handshakes
In business, handshakes are the only appriopriate expression of touch, so make sure you have a firm one.
Posture and Presence
When standing, stand tall. While sitting, sit rigidly at the edge of your seat.
Verbal Communication
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Intrapersonal
The private conversations that you have with yourself when you play both roles of being the sender and the receiver.
Interpersonal
This is a one-on-one conversation between two people. The roles of sender and receiver swap throughout the conversation for a clearer understanding.
Small Group
This form happens when there are more than two people in a room. Examples of this form include board meetings, team meetings, and press conferences.
Public
This takes place when one individual addresses a large gathering of people.
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