by Olivia Mitchell | Presentation myths
In the communications and presentations industry there are generally just two research studies that are quoted when talking about the importance of nonverbal communication. They were carried out by Albert Mehrabian and his colleagues in 1967. Forty-two years ago....
by Olivia Mitchell | Presentation myths
Bert Decker has written a comprehensive reply on his blog to my first post on the Mehrabian myth. However, I disagree with his interpretation of Mehrabian’s research and in a moment I’ll show you why. But before I do, I want to say that I greatly...
by Olivia Mitchell | Presentation myths
Mehrabian is often quoted as saying that the meaning of a message is communicated by: Your words 7% Your tone of voice 38% Your body language 55%. This interpretation of Mehrabian has been comprehensively debunked many times, but still it persists. In this post,...
by Olivia Mitchell | Delivery, Presentation research
Why is it, that when you’re speaking in front of a group you suddenly become aware of these great clumsy appendages at the end of your arms – your hands? Why do you suddenly wonder what to do about them? Gesturing is natural In normal one-to-one...