This document provides guidance on communication skills for discussions. It discusses both verbal and non-verbal communication. It emphasizes the importance of clear speaking, making eye contact, including everyone, and focusing on the discussion agenda. The document also reviews good group discussion rules like allowing everyone to speak and listening to others. Proper body language and interactions are described using the SOLER technique of squaring your face toward the person, using an open posture, leaning in, maintaining eye contact, and being relaxed. The document concludes by outlining the steps to prepare for a debate, including creating an opening statement, developing questions for the opponent, and having a concluding argument.