Body Language - Actions often speak louder than words.

INTRODUCTION Body Language probably dates back to pre-historic times, when people didn't have words to speak. Body language can be defined as the exchange of messages primarily through non-linguistic means. Through education, we now prefer words to communicate and therefore may overlook non-verbal signals. As leaders in the military and in the civilian sector, it is important to understand non-linguistic factors. By mastering this, we can communicate more effectively with people and better interpret what …

…important, since they will reveal many feelings such as happiness, sadness, trust and openness. The effectiveness of any presentation is importantly related to our body language or non-verbal communications. References: http://careers.usatoday.com/service/usa/national/content/expert/books/body-language, USA Today, Careers Network http://www.amputee-coalition.org/communicator/no6pg4.html, Amputee Coalition of America, Communicator, Dick Mooney http://www.clickonsa.com/sh/includes/phaedra/money-businessweek-careers-010622-035407.html, KSAT 12, Click on SA.COM