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comprehensiveness of the world of nonverbal behavior is not complete without a discussion of
the many messages and signals produced by postures, body movements, space, and touch.

The term ―body language,‖ in fact, refers to the messages and signals produced by the whole
body.

3.4.2. GAIT

Gait refers to the manner in which you walk. Have you ever considered how much you
communicate about yourself simply by the way you walk? Whether your gait is fast or slow

paced, whether you take brisk or heavy steps in and out of your boss‘ cabin, whether you make
agile rounds in and around the workplace or heavy and slow footsteps to your cubicle, each
type of gait communicates something about your state of mind at that point in time.

3.4.3. POSTURE

Posture refers to both the position of the body by itself and in relation toothers. The way
you sit or stand canal so convey your level of comfort, professionalism and general attitude

toward a person or conversation. Sheldon has classified the general body build into three types.
They are:
Ectomorphic–tallandthin

Mesomorphic–strongandmuscular
Endomorphic–fatandround
The way we stand and move is influenced by our body form. A good posture gives a good first

impression. It also determine sour personality, attitude and reaction to other
individualsorgroups.Aperson‘sposturereflectstheirinterpersonalinteractionwithanotherperson.Ital
sodenotesaconnectionofstatus.

Posture Message
Increased level of confidence, self-
Upright, erect
confidence, and determination
Low level of confidence, nervousness and
Leaning or stooping posture
Lack of conviction
When interacting with someone with a lower organizational level, people are typically
comfortable, however when in the company of someone with a higher organizational position,

they become conscious and guarded.

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