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This is literally the best presentation advice ever. And I mean it. Whenever I ask people for help on how to form hand gestures, they say it just comes naturally but it for me it doesn't. I have to actually plan my hand motions and this is exactly what I needed. Ily so much Vanessa.
It’s not developed naturally. Those people just unknowningly are around people who use hand gestures and so it’s adopted. I learned my hand gestures and confidence and they go hand in hand. It’s hard to learn especially in uncomfortable situations but honestly. Best way I found was just to fake it until I made it.it’s hard to have a convo and not use my hands lol.
I wish I had your guidance earlier in my career. I'm a typical New Yorker and talk with my hands. I've always been so conscious of speaking with my hands and have been trying to hide it when in a corporate environment. Thank you for teaching me how to use my hands to enforce my expressions. I'm no longer try to hide my hands, but make it an effort to use them meaningfully. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
1) numbers 2) increase and decrease, little or big 3) emotional (reach for heart region) 4) groups and division (cuff hands) 5) coming together 6) okay 7) you me and we
Vanessa exudes a warmth that effortlessly envelops her audience, drawing them into the intricate world of effective communication through body language. With an empathetic touch, she navigates the complexities, unraveling the subtleties of non-verbal cues with remarkable ease. Her innate understanding transcends mere comprehension; it transcends barriers, resonating deeply with those eager to grasp the art of expression. Her methods? They're not just theories; they're proven pathways, meticulously tailored to guide, inspire, and empower her audience towards effective and impactful communication.
Vanessa is a warm person with an empathetic way to explain (effective) communication with body language. She gets it and extends those concepts to her audience very well. Her methods work!
huh, i already accidentally do all of these. i thought it was maybe annoying to the listener and was trying to stop, so it's good to hear that it's helpful to convey messages this way!
This is so true. When my students were doing their oral French exam, I would first ask the question without using much emotion or hand gesture and most students didn't understand except for the top ones. However, when I used emotion and hand gestures and asked the very same questions almost every student could understand what I was saying. I could see the invisible lightbulb go off in their head. All teachers should know the value of this.
Watched this and then immediately went to watch the only TED talk that stuck in my mind: Amy Cuddy/ Body language 40million views. She's absolutely right! Her hands 'narrate' the whole story beautifully - amazing!! I knew I enjoyed the talk, know I know why it's so effective.
And I think maybe that's why you instantly grow to like them so much because it realllllllly feels so passionate when they talk. Good thing they do this :)
As a new presenter this information gives me great direction and encouragement to use my hands where I would otherwise not. Thanks! I'll be back for more instruction.
This is the best expansion to the strong hand movements; a speaker can do. It will assist with delivering a striking message in a respectable way. Splendid!
This video is fantastic! It highlights 7 impactful hand gestures for presentations. Whether emphasizing key points or connecting with the audience, integrating these gestures will undoubtedly enhance any delivery. Thanks for sharing these valuable insights
Thank you Vanessa. Very pragmatic and down to earth advice. I just recently started to consciously notice the hand gestures. At a subconscious level I guess I did notice it because all people I found charismatic happen to use them a lot and now I started incorporating them on my everyday life.
Within in this first minute I was actually distracted by the overuse of her hand movements. I was watching more of her movements than what she was saying. She looked more like she was ‘signing’ for deaf people.
She's giving examples when she quoted and also using her hands in every word she personally said. No pause at all! With that speaking pace! Every public speaker would agree that "pause" is important. I think this should be applied in hand gestures as well. I hardly can finish the 1st minute of the video without feeling (visually) over stimulated. On the other hand, I agree this is full of great information we need to know. Also to learn not using it too much, haha!
U r an expert in body language.. I m from India.. I love ur videos.. Pl concentrate on body language and non verbal communication videos.. From whatever I ve seen of u, I could make up that ur body language videos are straight from d heart.. I don't say that other videos are not good but body language videos are simply awesome.. I was a person who talked much in my early days only to ultimately notice that only empty vessels make more noice.. So I m in the process of learning gestures so that I can reduce talking.. U r helping me a lot in that aspect.. Thank u 🙏💕 mam
Yeah Vanessa it would be an undoubtedly impressive and effective conversation which could help us to connect with others easily during conversation if we start using our hand gestures during Conversation.
Years ago, a little girl said to her mom, "Mommy, why does the lady talk with her hands?" That was the first time, I realized how expressive I was and how much I used my hands when communicating. Vanessa, thank you for sharing your findings.
You are welcome. I have just come across the Science of People; however, I have insatiable appetite when it comes to understanding the mind and body connection. I am eager to learn all I can about how humans being work, and communicate. One of my favorite books is Power vs Force by David R. Hawkins, M.D., Ph.D. What were your thoughts on the book?
Wow, that was powerful Vanessa! You are incredible! I started practicing some of the hand gestures as soon as the video ended. Thank you for helping us become better communicators with person and on video. 🤟
The way this host is reacting (paused at the 2:09 mark) is a lot like the way I find myself reacting to just about everything Vanessa shares with us. It really does make a lot of sense, but so does 2 + 2 = 4 after you have learned it.
I totally agree with her that hand gestures give the speaker more character and they just make the speaker seem more passionate with what they are trying to convey. Plus, I've noticed that most people tend to use less gestures when they are disinterested or angry.
I think this eloquent and calming hand gestures. Some people are aggressive with their hand gestures and it is not as transitional into peace and thoughtfullness.
I talk with my hands a lot, this will really help me hone in on it what exactly to do with those hands during my talks and videos! Just finished your Udemy course, you are awesome! No jazz hands 😂
Thank you, Vanessa, for these powerful hand gestures. I have been using these gestures without realizing their power. Now, I can use them intentionally😊
I agree that hand gestures can add a tremendous amount to a persons message by supporting and enforcing key parts you want the other person or audience to focus in on. But constant use of hands, like Vanessa demonstrates in this video, quickly becomes annoying and interrupting to the message you are trying to convey. You don't want the person/audience to become distracted by flailing hands or constantly moving hands and you don't want to lose the emphasis you can create, by diluting the emphasis or focus as people start to "tune out" your constant hand movement.
Obviously there was too much gesturing in this video because she was giving all the examples. She was also being very grandiose about it and overemphasizing for the sake of time. It was still good info.
Unless you're waving your hands about or as Vanessa clearly points "doing jazz hands," no one is going to get distracted. Hand gestures are supposed to compliment what you're saying, benefitting overall communication. You sound like someone who doesn't naturally use hand gestures. Try it out before judging. Mexicans and Italians use a lot of hand gestures and it's fine.
Hand gestures are obviously something that require a lot of practice and you're probably going to screw up a few times by making inappropriate gestures. Still, I'm going to make a conscious effort to improve. It's obviously worth the effort if you want to get ahead. Vanessa's the bomb.
i dont think i would manage those hand gestures in normal, unprepared conversation. you can see what she wants to tell you before she tells you. she is absolutely electric in this video, love it
I always feel like I've learned a wealth of knowledge from all of your interviews. Thank you for helping us be more charismatic, I really appreciate it!
Excellent video!!! As a leader, as a person pursing public speaking, and charismatic person.... this is a phenomenal video that I would share to people wanting to learn about body language.
I really liked the video but I think pointing can also be fun when you use it say hi to a friend when you see them as long as you show a friendly face with the pointing.
I watch facial expression(s) to see if they are commensurate with other non verbal communication . . . not only hands. It's very important to see if there is conflict on any number of levels ! :)
I just found this video. I got a lot of good advices after watching this video. FYI, Javanese are always pointing with their thumb when they want to be polite in order to give someone direction. It had been started since long time ago. I presume that should be some special chemistry for human arround the world who wants to be polite, because the way they expressing it is almost similar.
Very sensible and real-world advice. I've only recently been mindful of the hand motions. As they are frequently used by the captivating people I find, I suppose I subconsciously became aware of it. As a result, I started incorporating them into my daily activities.
Fantastic Talk Venessa- so impressive- your hand gestures are congruent to what you speak- I cannot do this...Males use fewer hand gestures compared to their counterparts....not sure why?
I am so glad I happened upon this channel. I am in the talent industry and always need to learn new and easier ways to improve my skills. When the next audition comes, I have better tools to ensure booking more work. Why was I never taught this??? Thank you 😊
Vanessa, I am quickly becoming (up goes my pointer finger) your #1 fan!! Your content is inspirational and you, you are aspirational. I'm hooked!! For all the time and effort you put into this channel, THANK YOU!! -AG
I always wondered why I can't draw people to me with conversations even tough I'm an interesting person. Been searching for a while now and boom I just found out why. Very good video miss Vanessa and very helpful.
Even when you are just thinking... Yes, this one got me right where I live. I use hand gestures when I am talking to myself, which is something I do as a regular course of living. I am always talking to myself. Scripting out loud. The more I learn the most effective use of hand gestures, the more insane I will look to others. (Thank God I'm such a hermit! LOL)
I remember watching some videos of someone who was using so many hand gestures it was very distracting from his message. I think it was the Seedbed RU-vid Channel. His hands were flying all over the place trying to explain something that it looked like he had a neurologic disorder.
I have studied body language in the past and used it to dominate. And to work with others and I've been looked at as a leader . But I like to study people. Not just in body language but in the words and how they use there words.
One time I was explaining to someone how another person "made me flippin🖕🏻 MAD😡" and then I did a back flip while explaining it. It just adds more emphasis while explaining it and they get the idea a little better.
I love to watch these videos with Vanessa! Vanessa I want to come work for you, working in this field would not be work at all for me! This is really my passion.
Jesus I’m glad I’m not the only one who thought her side comments of acknowledgement was too much. Because she kept interrupting her I felt like Vanessa felt more rushed to try and finish her points and statements before being abruptly interrupted again 😂
I'll start by saying, this chick is really good at what she does. BUT, having watch about 15-20 of her segments, I've noticed a couple things: 1) She's on "AM Northwest" a lot...hahahaha....AM Northwest, and 2) The lady (and the funny guy) that 'interviews' her are the real money here! ...surprise...stooging.....bewilderment, and excitement.,..the older lady is like her Ed McMahon to Johnny Carson; acts 'in on it" perfectly. Nice work! Thanks again!
