Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication

A student sends an email to their professor: "Dear Professor Cruz, I am writing to request an extension on the upcoming assignment due to a family emergency. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Ross Geller.

• Oral Communication

• Written Communication

Sarah calls her mother through the phone. "Hi Mom! I just wanted to let you know I made it home safely," she says. Her mother responds, "That's wonderful, dear. I was just about to call you."

• Oral Communication

• Written Communication

Liam sends a quick text to his friend Chloe: "Hey, are we still on for dinner tonight at 7 PM?" Chloe replies, "Yup! See you there!"

• Oral Communication

• Written Communication

A marketing team submits a detailed report to their manager outlining the results of their latest campaign, including data analysis, key findings, and recommendations for future strategies.

• Oral Communication

• Written Communication

During a company-wide meeting, the CEO stands at the podium and addresses the employees, "Good morning, team. I'm excited to announce that we've exceeded our sales targets for the last quarter, thanks to all your hard work!"

• Oral Communication

• Written Communication

After a long and difficult week, Mark's colleague places a comforting hand on his shoulder and gives a gentle squeeze, conveying empathy and support without words.

• Proxemics

• Kinesics

• Chronemics

• Paralanguage

• Haptics

A mother tells her child, "Go to your room, now!" The increased volume and firm tone of "now" clearly convey authority and urgency, despite the simple words.

• Proxemics

• Kinesics

• Chronemics

• Paralanguage

• Haptics

At a formal business meeting, everyone arrives exactly on time, demonstrating professionalism and respect for others' schedules. The meeting starts promptly as scheduled.

• Proxemics

• Kinesics

• Chronemics

• Paralanguage

• Haptics

David is giving a presentation. He uses open hand gestures to emphasize points, makes direct eye contact with the audience, and smiles warmly, conveying confidence and approachability.

• Proxemics

• Kinesics

• Chronemics

• Paralanguage

• Haptics

During a job interview, Sarah sits upright in her chair, maintaining a respectful distance from the interviewer. The interviewer leans slightly forward, indicating engagement.

• Proxemics

• Kinesics

• Chronemics

• Paralanguage

• Haptics