Introduction -- How to use this book -- One: Understanding the basics -- Driving forces behind body language -- The science of body language -- Cultural variations -- Best practices and tips for success -- Two: Warming up. Start out with social media -- The hidden art to politics -- Three: Practicing on friends and family -- How to read social gatherings -- Telltale signs of a disagreement -- Four: Decoding the hidden messages of dating -- How to read when things are going well -- Check, please! How to know when your date isn't going well -- Five: Translating body language in a job interview -- How to know when a job interview is going well -- How to know when a job interview is not going well -- Six: Mastering the landscape of your workplace -- Getting a sense for workplace personalities -- How to interpret a client pitch -- How to decipher what's really being said in your annual review -- How to analyze the company meeting -- Conclusion.
Summary:
Discover essential information and how-to guidance for deciphering nonverbal communication to make better decisions about the people and situations you approach every day. "Never miss another nonverbal cue. Numerous scientific studies show that people use body language to express their true feelings about a given situation or topic. That means the body language they use is telling you something. With Understanding Body Language, you'll discover essential information and how-to guidance for deciphering nonverbal communication. Equipped with these skills, you'll be able to make better decisions about the people and situations you approach every day. Start by learning how to properly observe people and uncover their subtle nonverbal cues, without drawing attention to yourself. Then, test your expertise with practical advice on how to better read social gatherings and telltale signs of disagreement. Finally, dive deeper with real-life scenarios you'll likely encounter, such as dating, job interviews, and workplace interactions."--back cover.
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