Gonzalo Jimenez YamasakiCo-founder - Body Language Trainer/Coach| Ready To Jump .ProCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
When we think about communication, most of us think about spoken (verbal) or written communication. I wonder how important nonverbal communication is for you. Saving Changes...
Gonzalo Jimenez YamasakiCo-founder - Body Language Trainer/Coach| Ready To Jump .ProCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Sep 01, 2018 3:55 AM
Replying to RAJESH K L
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Agree with Scot. Presently PMBOK doesnot address nonverbal communication aspects.
That is true! Have you learn about it on your own? Saving Changes...
Gonzalo Jimenez YamasakiCo-founder - Body Language Trainer/Coach| Ready To Jump .ProCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Sep 01, 2018 5:06 AM
Replying to Sante Delle-Vergini, PhD
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It's very important, but it doesn't need to be mastered. Understanding human motivation is key to successfully engaging stakeholders, and these cues are not always verbal.
Good point! Maybe learn how to use it would be good enough. What do you think? Saving Changes...
Gonzalo Jimenez YamasakiCo-founder - Body Language Trainer/Coach| Ready To Jump .ProCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Sep 01, 2018 8:32 AM
Replying to Drew Craig
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Yes, absolutely, body language is important in communication. I do agree with Sante that mastery is not required, though, important to be cognizant of its importance and look for ways to enable its opportunity.
Is there any particular topic or application (regarding body language) which you would like to learn more about?
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1 reply by Drew Craig
Sep 03, 2018 7:25 AM
Drew Craig
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I realize best to understand both body and facial, but if to pick one specifically to learn more about, it would be reading and understanding facial expressions. Body language I have a sense for already, enough to get by maybe, but I would find it interesting for sure to learn more on the topic of facial instructions. There was a T.V. drama about that - "Lie To Me" (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1235099/). It was pretty good.
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Gonzalo Jimenez YamasakiCo-founder - Body Language Trainer/Coach| Ready To Jump .ProCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Sep 01, 2018 9:02 AM
Replying to Sergio Luis Conte
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Just to add somehing, take into account it will depends on the culture of the zone of the world where you live. I have the opportunity to work with people of lot of countries around the world. Latin America people behave totally different than Asian people for example mainly related body language. And you can go to details related to each country.
Excellent point! Let me point out that there are certain body language topics which are cross cultural, for example "micro expressions". Saving Changes...
Gonzalo Jimenez YamasakiCo-founder - Body Language Trainer/Coach| Ready To Jump .ProCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Sep 01, 2018 10:46 AM
Replying to Larry Miner
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On the lighter side you'll need to read the body language that says we need a bathroom break, it's time for lunch, I need coffee and the all important please change the subject.
As any other communication method, body language is also a "two way channel". Saving Changes...
Gonzalo Jimenez YamasakiCo-founder - Body Language Trainer/Coach| Ready To Jump .ProCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Sep 01, 2018 6:09 PM
Replying to Rami Kaibni
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Body language is 55% of the communication.
Great point Rami! As far as I know according to research it ranges from 60 (conservative) to 93%! (obviously it depends on the context), but still, those are pretty huge numbers! Saving Changes...
Communication is an important skill for Project Managers and body language plays a vital role. Often participating in meetings, discussions, open forums and presentations helps to improve and excel in attaining a positive body language. At times it is important to learn about the common body languages prevalent in a geographic area or culture as they might differ from a home country or region.
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1 reply by Gonzalo Jimenez Yamasaki
Sep 04, 2018 1:18 PM
Gonzalo Jimenez Yamasaki
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All good points! Thank you for sharing!
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Drew CraigSr. Agile & Product Coach| VanguardPhiladelphia, Pa, United States
Sep 01, 2018 6:26 PM
Replying to Gonzalo Jimenez Yamasaki
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Is there any particular topic or application (regarding body language) which you would like to learn more about?
I realize best to understand both body and facial, but if to pick one specifically to learn more about, it would be reading and understanding facial expressions. Body language I have a sense for already, enough to get by maybe, but I would find it interesting for sure to learn more on the topic of facial instructions. There was a T.V. drama about that - "Lie To Me" (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1235099/). It was pretty good.
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1 reply by Gonzalo Jimenez Yamasaki
Sep 05, 2018 12:23 AM
Gonzalo Jimenez Yamasaki
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If I understand correctly what you mean, you are talking about micro expressions. I only teach that as part of my advanced lessons. "Lie to me" was a great show for sure, only season 1 was based on science though.
I don't think that we need to "master it", but understanding cultural differences is key.
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1 reply by Gonzalo Jimenez Yamasaki
Sep 05, 2018 1:45 PM
Gonzalo Jimenez Yamasaki
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Good point! Thank you for the feedback!
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Gonzalo Jimenez YamasakiCo-founder - Body Language Trainer/Coach| Ready To Jump .ProCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Sep 03, 2018 6:42 AM
Replying to Srikana Ray
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Communication is an important skill for Project Managers and body language plays a vital role. Often participating in meetings, discussions, open forums and presentations helps to improve and excel in attaining a positive body language. At times it is important to learn about the common body languages prevalent in a geographic area or culture as they might differ from a home country or region.
All good points! Thank you for sharing! Saving Changes...
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