VIDEO PODCAST: HOW TO BUILD LEADERSHIP PRESENCE WITH RICHARD NEWMAN | MICK SPIERS
We often talk about the importance of body language and facial expressions, but do you know how to use body language effectively as a leader?
Today we are joined by Richard Newman, CEO and founder of Body Talk. Body Talk are the global leaders in evidence-based communication. Richard is the author of the book “You were born to speak”. He is also the recipient of the coveted cicero award for speechwriting.
In today’s interview we explore the science of storytelling; leader’s presence and something Richard calls “Leaders LIFT”
Richard spent part of his early life living in the Himalayas teaching English to Tibetan monks. During this time he discovered a deep interest in the role of body language and how people with no common language can still somehow understand each other.
A key element is congruence. Everything about your body language and facial expressions needs to be congruent with the message you are delivering. When we are incongruent we confuse people and fail to connect with them authentically
Communication is all about how we connect with people. Congruence helps us to connect authentically with people and make them feel like they matter to us.
To build congruence we start with self-awareness. Becoming aware of your presence and what your body language and facial expressions are communicating.
A key message is about “Gravitas”. We hear this term a lot but have you ever thought about what it means. It draws from our posture and stance. Standing in a grounded way where gravity works for us and shows that we cannot be pushed over brings a level of authority of what you are speaking about.
To increase your influence on others we must focus on our mindset. Being mindful; focusing on our presence and ensuring that our presentation is focused on the people we are talking about you. It is not about you, it is about your audience.
Effective communication as a leader means that you see the whole of the person. Listening to the words, listening to the tone, paying attention to the body language and facial expressions.
When paying attention to these shifts in body language and tone it is critical to “listen without judgement” and respond with genuine curiosity with questions like “what just shifted for you there?”
You can find out more about Richard at ukbodytalk.com and his Instagram @richardnewmanspeaks and on LinkedIn Richard Newman from Bodytalk.
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