Self Development 1 Day Expert-Led Training for Managers® in Providence

Develop confident body language that enhances leadership, communication, influence, and lasting impressions.1 Day
About this Event

Duration: 8 Hours | Format: 8 Interactive Modules
Audience: , Frontline Leaders, Team Leaders, Shift Supervisors, Production Supervisors, and Employees Preparing for Supervisory Roles
Language: English
Certificate: Course Completion Certificate
Delivery Modes: In-house | Virtual Live | Hybrid | Private Group Sessions

Course Overview

Effective communication skills are critical in the development of relationships between people and although verbal communication plays a large part in this, studies have shown that a proportionate amount of our message comes from not what we say, but very often the non-verbal communication behind the message. Therefore, it is clear that body language is an important, influential aspect of communication and understanding how it works is essential in the development of your personal communication skills.

What changes you will take back home after an 8-hour experience!

At this end of this Body Language training course your participants will be able to:

• Explain the important elements to consider when interpreting Body Language
• Identify the messages being portrayed by their and other”s Body Language
• Apply their understanding of Body Language to improve their communication style
• Learn to interpret common gestures, facial expressions, and posture accurately.
• Improve confidence through positive and professional body language.
• Enhance listening and communication skills using non-verbal cues.
• Build stronger workplace relationships through effective interpersonal interactions.
• Apply body language techniques to presentations, meetings, negotiations, and customer interactions.
• Identify and avoid negative body language that may create misunderstandings.
• Use body language strategically to increase influence, credibility, and engagement.

Training Methodology

This program includes:

• Interactive facilitator-led discussions
• Real-world workplace examples
• Group activities and role-plays
• Scenario-based learning
• Self-assessment exercises
• Practical application techniques
• Reflection and action planning

Prerequisites:

None

Technical Requirements:

For In-house training:

• Projector, Screen or TV
• HDMI cable
• Notebook, Pen
• Internet
• Laptop or tablet

Note: The training schedule includes two 15-minute coffee breaks and one 30-minute lunch break

Why This Body Language Course Could Be a Game Changer

Research suggests that a significant portion of communication is conveyed through non-verbal cues. Whether leading a team, meeting clients, delivering presentations, negotiating agreements, or collaborating with colleagues, body language can strongly influence how messages are received and interpreted.

This course helps participants develop greater awareness and control of their non-verbal communication, enabling them to project confidence, credibility, and professionalism. Participants will learn how to read and respond to body language signals, build rapport more effectively, manage first impressions, and communicate with greater impact.

By mastering body language, individuals can strengthen leadership presence, improve workplace relationships, enhance customer interactions, reduce misunderstandings, and increase their ability to influence and persuade others. The skills gained are immediately applicable in both professional and personal settings, making this course a valuable tool for improving overall communication effectiveness and achieving better results.

Enquire today at [email protected] to discuss your training requirements and learn about exclusive group training packages and corporate discounts.

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Agenda
1. Introductory Icebreaker

Info: This body language icebreaker quickly helps participants to appreciate body language and the effects it can have on communication.

2. Core Principles and the Five C’s

Info: Exploring the subconscious effects of body language and setting the scene by ensuring participants appreciate the rules to interpreting body language.

3. Reading Body Language – Gestures

Info: An activity that helps particpants realise the power of body language and how important it is to communication.

4. Arm Barriers

Info: Understanding the different arm barrier gestures and crossed arm positions and what each means.

5. Palm and Handshake Gestures

Info: Discussing the different handshakes and palm actions, what they mean and how they are applied in real life. Includes activities that test the theory.

6. Hand and Thumb Gestures

Info: A review of these different gestures and what they mean.

7. Hand to Face Gestures…or…How to Spot a Liar!

Info: An exploration of different gestures that involve the hand moving to the face. Identifying how to spot body language that signifies lying and what to watch out for.

8. Chin and Cheek Gestures

Info: An activity that helps participants understand the different chin and cheek gestures and how to interpret this body language.

9. Eye Signals

Info: A review of pupil dilation, directed gazes and eye accessing cues in order ro fully understand how eyes provide body language clues.

10. Matching & Mirroring

Info: Looking at the technique of building rapport and developing relationships through careful obsevation of body language.

11. Bringing it all Together

Info: An activity that allows participants to embed their learning and realise how much they now understand and appreciate body language and its effect on communication.