Watch Your Hands!
If you want to project an air of confidence and an in-charge
attitude, consider these hand gestures:
- Punch a fist into the air to mean “Let’s get it done!”
- Use a finger as a pointing rod to emphasize a key point or to direct
others.
- Use open-palm slapping of another’s hand to signify strong agreement
or to offer congratulations.
- Extend both palms in the same motion required for pushing a heavy
object to communicate forcefully the message, “I don’t want
to hear any more of this.”
- Extend a thumb upward to indicate strong approval.
How to Use Anecdotes
Telling anecdotes is an effective communication technique,
gaining listeners’ attention. Create your own or collect those you
hear from others or read in books, magazines and newspapers. To perfect
the art of telling them, watch how people on talk shows present anecdotes.
Also, watch comedians at comedy clubs and on television. They often use
anecdotes as a form of humor.
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