Communication

Face the person you are to talking to – eye contact

Body language

Not crossing your arms or leaning on something. Be more Expressive and do not be intimidated. Mirror you audience to get them comfortable.

Misunderstanding

Speaking clearly

Language

Speaking different languages, having strong accents, using slang can frustrate communication and negotiation efforts.

Talking too much

When you talk, you’re not listening, and you need to listen to the people you’re attempting to persuade.

lack of credibility

 If you lack the facts, if you rely on your Power Point presentation too much, your listeners will notice and feel let down, even disrespected–and they won’t believe you.

non-verbal communication

Phone calls, text messages and other communication methods that rely on technology are often less effective than face-to-face communication.

Cultural differences

The way in which emotions are expressed  vary greatly in different cultures