Make Eye Contact
Eye contact is a very powerful tool in effective communication. Benefits include:
- Creates a connection with the listener.
- Makes you more memorable and compelling.
Learning to hold eye contact is a skill. Although it might feel scary at first, with practice, you will master this skill and be well on your way to being an effective communicator.
As Tony Robbins &team say, "eye contact is the most important factor in nonverbal communication." It is a vital skill to master.
Start slowly by holding eye contact with friends& family, where you feel comfortable, and gradually add it to work conversations.
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