Practical body language classes
October 27, 2023 11:09 PM Subscribe
Seeking information on if this is a thing: a mentor (or classroom) type of relationship with the goal of teaching skills such as facial expressions, conveying emotions, confidence in public speaking, identifying body language tics that you may not be aware of.
What search terms might locate this type of pedagogy? Have you participated in such a thing, especially as an adult?
What search terms might locate this type of pedagogy? Have you participated in such a thing, especially as an adult?
I had a couple sessions with an executive coach prior to a speaking engagement, and we worked on exactly this type of stuff. Executive presence and media training are good search terms for locating someone who can help with these skills.
posted by luzdeluna at 7:16 AM on October 28, 2023
posted by luzdeluna at 7:16 AM on October 28, 2023
Depending on the context you’re interested in Toastmasters International is club that specifically helps people work on some of these communication skills as part of a social club. It is oriented towards communication and communication skills in the workplace thought.
https://www.toastmasters.org/
posted by forkisbetter at 7:52 AM on October 28, 2023
https://www.toastmasters.org/
posted by forkisbetter at 7:52 AM on October 28, 2023
I teach public speaking, and the things you describe are part of my curriculum, so I would imagine they'd be a part of classes available to you locally as well. In the meantime, I'd recommend video-recording yourself giving a speech, even if it's in your living room. You can get a strong sense of your body language and how you might improve it by watching yourself.
posted by pangolin party at 9:10 AM on October 28, 2023
posted by pangolin party at 9:10 AM on October 28, 2023
P.S. Community colleges and adult education centers are good places to look for classes.
posted by pangolin party at 9:47 AM on October 28, 2023
posted by pangolin party at 9:47 AM on October 28, 2023
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Sharon Sayler, MBA, PCC, communications and body language expert, training and classes, authored ‘What Your Body Says and How to Master the Message’
Toastmasters; resources; Book of Body Language chapters at westsidetoastmasters.com
Blanca Cobb, "body language & nonverbal communication expert"; her website; an interview
Michael Grinder & Associates, Nonverbal Communication workshops, trainings, one-on-one coaching
Profiles of World's Top 30 Body Language Professionals (2019)
posted by Iris Gambol at 12:04 AM on October 28, 2023