7 Key Body Language Tips to improve your Public Speaking

In this article, we reveal the importance of body language in public speaking and presentations.

Body language is part of what makes your speeches and presentations come to life! Discover the 7 key body language tips to improve your public speaking.

• Eye contact

Making eye contact with your audience builds a connection between you and them and they feel more valued by you.  Establishing eye contacts with your audience can reveal their emotions to you as a speaker and this can help you adjust your presentations.

• Hand and arm Gestures 

Hand gestures are one of the best ways we use to communicate our words to the audience confidently, when used correctly, hand and arm gestures can help enhance your message and make you seem more confident and relaxed. You can Use hand gestures to emphasize your words and regain your strength during presentations.

• Movement on stage

Moving around the stage is a great way of showing your audience you are confident in what you’re saying, moving on stage will help you relax your body and also connect with your audience directly

• Use a loud, projecting voice

Your vocal expression is physical and so your body language has an effect on your voice and can enhance or detract from the message of your speech.

• Pay attention to your Mannerisms

Mannerisms are the nervous habits most people have that can detract from your message and make the audience feel uncomfortable

• Facial expression

The movements of your eyes, mouth, and facial muscles can build a connection with your audience. Alternatively, they can undermine your every word. Eye focus is the most important element in this process. No part of your facial expression is more important in communicating sincerity and credibility.

• Stay out of the way of the projector lights.

Whenever you are delivering your presentation make sure to avoid crossing the Projector lights.  You need to position yourself in search a way that you don’t block the view of your audience

Your body language says so much about you as a presenter. It can also make or break your presentation. Take the time to practice not just your speech and your presentation slides, but work on your body language as well. You’ll have an engaged audience, and your presentation’s message will be heard.

Ultimately everyone needs to start practicing their body language techniques, so, for your next public speaking chance, do remember the surprising impact of hand gestures and body language.

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