Body language accounts for 80% of communication while spoken words only account for 20%. The document outlines how to use body language effectively such as maintaining eye contact, smiling, using open posture directed at the audience, minimal hand gestures, and controlling pace, tone and breathing. Mastering body language can help convey confidence and reduce nervousness in communications.

1. Body Language

2. Body Language
 Body language
accounts for 80%
of the message.
 What we actually
say only accounts
for 20%.
 Be comfortable
and confident
 Smile!
 Use a posture
that is directed
towards your
audience.

3. Body Language
 Eye contact – Engage your
audience
 Minimal use of hand gestures
 Focus on Pace and Tone

4. Body Language
 Every action communicates subconsciously to
others.
 The most important thing in communication is
hearing what isn't said.
 Relax – watch your breathing
 Short quick breaths indicate nervousness
 Deep long breaths indicate calmness