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In the workplace verbal communication is important but nonverbal communication is just as important. With nonverbal communication you have to be more cautious of movements and actions your body makes. This could be harder than it sounds because sometimes you are not aware the tone and impression you give off from facial expression and body language.
Nonverbal communication is something you can master once you know how to control it. Some nonverbal communications are facial expressions, body language and verbal tone. The way you convey those actions can actually give away your true feelings on a matter. For example your company hires a new team member in your department and you tell your boss you like your new coworker. However, when shaking their hand and saying hello when you meet them for the first time, you pull your hand away quickly, say hello in an annoyed tone of voice and give them a dirty glare. Those small actions actually tells your coworker and boss that you actually do not like them. You are not able to hide or correct your body language and so you come off as unprofessional and unwelcoming. So when talking to so someone be aware of all these nonverbal clues. Try to match your body language and tone of voice when saying something otherwise, your body will non-verbally contradict the same thing you are verbally saying.
Knowing the different types of nonverbal communication can help you understand how not to give off the wrong impression. In the workplace you constantly have to communicate with people and so knowing how to convey the proper positive mannerisms and tone of voice is very important. This is so because it can help you straighten and build healthy and friendly relationships with the people you work with.
Amanda Guerrero 