Do Non-Verbal Techniques Indicate Your Attentiveness?

In some cases, non-verbal actions can be a more reliable indicator of an applicant than verbal conversation. People may not be aware of their posture or demeanor. In a sense they let their guard down with these cues.

Why is it important to pay attention to nonverbal communication?

Nonverbal communication skills are essential and can make it easier to convey your point and to read what others are trying to tell you. Some people seem to come by these skills quite naturally, but anyone can improve their nonverbal skills with practice.

What do non verbal cues indicate?

Your nonverbal communication cues—the way you listen, look, move, and react—tell the person you're communicating with whether or not you care, if you're being truthful, and how well you're listening. When your nonverbal signals match up with the words you're saying, they increase trust, clarity, and rapport.