Non Verbal Communication Cues: an Urgent Required Skill for Achieving Effective Communication

In the present globalized world it is incumbent upon everyone to have effective communication skills in order to compete with others. Effective communication skills constitute both the verbal and non-verbal signals. Verbal Communication refers to the communication which occurs with the help of words whereas Non-verbal communication refers to the type of communication that does not use words. As a matter of fact, non-verbal communication plays a significant role in our daily life. Surprisingly, more than 90% of all the communication we use every day while sharing information is supported by body language. According to experts, a substantial portion of our communication is nonverbal. Every day, we respond to thousands on nonverbal cues and behaviors. Hence to become better communicator one should pay attention not only to the verbal communication but also to the body language and non-verbal cues of others. The present article discusses different forms of non-verbal communication in addition to its importance.