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None verbal communication when playing poker

Shirly — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:12:24 +0000

94% of communication is nonverbal and the remaining 6% is verbal – actually engaging in conversations with people. Non-verbal communication is very important when you are playing poker.

There are two methods of non verbal communications when playing poker, the first is a ‘gesture’ which is intentional and reinforces communication. The second type of non verbal communication is a ‘tell’ this is unintentional and reveals emotions that a good poker player would prefer to hide from his fellow poker players. I am not a big fan of poker because I am not entirely sure of the rules but I am going to learn them and use my non verbal communication skills to get inside information about the poker players I am competing against. And then BEAT them!

The Importance of Space!

Shirly — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:15:12 +0000

You may not realise it but space is a really important factor when you are communicating with someone. The amount of space you give someone often depends on your relationship with them. For example, you may get really close to your boyfriend / girlfriend when you are speaking to them as this is a sign of intimacy and affection. However, if you are not very familiar with a person and they are standing too close to you or invading your space when you are having a conversion – it can leave you feeling uncomfortable and violated!

Another example is when you are angry and being aggressive – you often find people invade your personal space as a sign of dominance. The amount of physical space you need often differs depending on the culture, the situation, and the closeness of the relationship.

Non Verbal Communication – Are you aware of your body lanuguage?

Lianne — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:22:24 +0000

OK so you are just about to go into a very important business meeting and you need this client to sign on the dotted line. To ensure that you get the successful outcome you need to make sure you verbally impress the client but also your body language needs to be telling the client the same message!

If you go into this meeting and sit there with your arms folded across your body – your client will think that you do not want to be there and you are hiding something or trying to protect yourself. It is better to sit with your arms at your sides or on the table in an open gesture. Also keep your facial expressions in check – if this client is boring you do not show it – make sure you look interested and ask questions as your face will be constantly monitored by your client.

Ultimately, what you don’t say is even more important than what you do say – so watch your body language!