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Non-verbal communication and body language for business

Name: Non-verbal communication and body language for business
Rating: 4.5 (2510 reviews)

Influence every interaction by giving out and reading body language non-verbal communication cues

Role Play

Created byAlex Genadinik, Israel Irenstein

Last updated 7/2026

English

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What you'll learn

Learn the difference between body language and non-verbal communication
Be able to control the flow of every interaction with non-verbal communication
Learn to use gestures, eye contact, and other aspects of non-verbal communication
Learn to be in the moment, and read the body language of others
Gain a more refined view of the role of nonverbal communication in body language
Improve at reading nonverbal communication and body language cues

Course content

10 sections • 29 lectures • 1h 49m total length

Introduction and welcome to this body language & nonverbal communication course1:23
Explore nonverbal communication and body language for business, including environment, eyes, hands, and gestures; read people and the room, and learn how nonverbal shapes how you say things.
Difference between body language and non verbal communication2:53
Learn the difference between body language and nonverbal communication, and apply awareness and control to craft intentional messages through body, actions, and environment.
Body language levers to pull in order to exercise awareness and control4:08
Explore four scales of nonverbal cues, personal to professional, flexible to strict, following or leading, and collaborative or competitive, to cultivate awareness and control in business conversations.

Example of controlling space and with space the flow of communication4:28
Learn how control and awareness of your environment shape nonverbal business communication, from choosing office or coffee shop settings to seating positions that signal collaboration or competition.
Time of the day, business-calendar year, season, and more2:23
Manage nonverbal cues by time of day and season in meetings. Be aware of message differences between morning and evening, show up on time, and control signals to convey importance.
Your clothing as a part of nonverbal communication4:20
Your clothing sends a message; choose colors, fabrics, and layers to signal professionalism or approachability. Dress to fit the situation and audience, maintaining awareness of your message.
Posture2:22
Develop confident nonverbal messaging by adopting a firm, straight posture with shoulders back and head up, taking space to signal relevance and presence; avoid leaning back or excessive leaning in.
More non verbal communication cues during meetings3:22
Enhance business non-verbal communication by evaluating meeting cues such as arrival, attire, eating, and phone use to project engagement, respect, and inclusivity for all participants.

Touch and what to do with your hands - body language elements3:21
Use a firm handshake and adapt to others’ comfort; avoid lingering touches. Keep hands visible, avoid face touching or pocket poses, mind shoulder taps as hierarchy cues, and limit hugging.
Hand gestures as a part of your body language2:24
Master hand gestures to convey a cohesive, engaging business message, using open palms for welcome, maintaining one voice, avoiding excessive motion, and using firm gestures to project confidence.

It's often not what you say, it's how you say it3:56
Master nonverbal cues in conversation by adjusting volume, speed, and tone to match your audience and message value. End sentences softly to convey confidence and comfort, enhancing perceived knowledge.
How to get rid of parasite words in your speech2:43
What if you have an accent? How to maintain confidence and work through it4:04
Maintain confidence when you have an accent by focusing on clarity, correct grammar, and calm delivery; slow down, pause, and repeat if needed to project competence in business conversations.

Reading changes in non-verbal communication cues3:25
Learn to read changes in non-verbal cues to gauge trust and engagement in business environments by observing shifts in posture, smiles, and comfort.
Don't rush to read too quickly into other people's non-verbal cues1:35
Slow down when reading nonverbal cues, recognizing that culture, personal habits, and environment shape behavior; be aware of shifts and don’t rush to conclusions.
Non-verbal cues to yourself to raise your confidence and send better cues out2:44
Use non-verbal cues that reflect your state to boost confidence; take more space, speak slowly, and project calm and strength, so your body language aligns with how you feel.

Section introduction - Alex Genadinik's part of the course and what to expect1:13
Alex Genadinik introduces the course and forthcoming lectures, sharing his focus on body language and emotional intelligence, latest research, and the need for sensitivity to individual differences.
Introduction to Dr. Lisa Feldman-Barrett9:03
Explore how Lisa Feldman Barrett reframes emotion and nonverbal cues, highlighting cultural and individual variability and the need for multiple clues, context, and familiarity in reading others.
Showing how there are not enough words in one language to describe all emotions8:55
Explore how cultures and languages shape anger as a category of emotion, revealing flavors of anger and their impact on nonverbal business communication, illustrated by a ChatGPT experiment.
The role of bias in how you interpret non-verbal communication and body language3:02
Increasing accuracy of how you read non-verbal cues and facial expressions5:49
Improve accuracy in reading non-verbal cues by distinguishing facial movements from expressions, recognizing cultural differences, avoiding projection, and using familiarity to interpret expressions.
Listening to the amount of time it takes the other person to reply2:36
Learn to read nonverbal cues by watching how long others take to reply, and use reframing or requests for thinking time to keep discussions civil and productive.
Neurodiversity and how it impacts our ability to read non-verbal communication4:12
Explore neurodiversity and its impact on reading nonverbal cues in business, including neurotypical versus neurodivergent responses. Learn to ask proactive questions to support colleagues with ADHD or dyslexia.
First impressions: how to deal with people mis-judging your body language7:03
Understand that first impressions are often misjudged and nonverbal readings can be wrong, even with Barrett's research, and learn to align warmth, competence, and verbal cues.

Introduction to the quiz and retaining the course information better2:05
Explore the forgetting curve and how reassessing and reusing information through discussion boosts retention. The quiz reengages you without being too hard or too easy, reinforcing key course content.
Course quiz
Introducing the AI role play feature3:04
Explore the AI role play feature to practice non-verbal communication and body language by conversing with an AI in real time through voice.
Brainstorm body language communication interpretation with AI role-play

Requirements

Curiosity to gain body language communication and nonverbal communication skills

Description

Influence and gain control of every moment in every interaction you have in your professional career from now on.

Once you begin being attuned to the signals you are sending out and the signals you are getting from others, you'll be more aware of the real dynamic of every interaction, and influence it in the moment instead of regretting not being able to control it.

BEING AWARE OF WHAT THE OTHER PEOPLE ARE FEELING

Non-verbal communication isn't just about how you communicate, but reading what others are communicating to you. In this course, you'll learn how to watch for subtle changes on body language, facial expressions, engagement levels, and eye contact to quickly catch any changes in your conversation partners, and make adjustments early.

LEARN MORE THAN JUST BODY LANGUAGE

Non-verbal communication is not the same as reading body language. It's much more. Non-verbal communication includes the physical environment you choose, the time of the interaction, and many other details that communicate by implying.

OFTEN, WHAT YOU COMMUNICATE ISN'T WHAT'S UNDERSTOOD

Sometimes you want to send out a certain message, but because body language cues are so subtle, other people might interpret them differently than you had intended. In this course, you'll lean to be more precise and clear with your intentions.

WHY BODY LANGUAGE IS SO IMPORTANT AS A PROFESSIONAL

In a professional environment, people don't often tell you what they really think or feel because they are afraid to cause a conflict. So to bridge the communication gap, you must learn to read body language and nonverbal communication cues.

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Who this course is for:

Anyone looking to enhance their nonverbal communication and body language skills

Non-verbal communication and body language for business

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Course content

Introduction and welcome3 lectures • 8min

Your environment as a part of non-verbal communication5 lectures • 17min

Touch and what to do with your hands2 lectures • 6min

Eye contact and communication1 lecture • 3min

Tone of voice and other vocal non-verbal cues3 lectures • 11min

Mindfulness of your own state and other people's states3 lectures • 8min

Conclusion - putting it all together and making it more practical1 lecture • 8min

Alex Genadinik's part of the course8 lectures • 42min

Course test section3 lectures • 5min

Conclusion1 lecture • 1min

Requirements

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