Here’s a great idea courtesy of Kovars, Inc.
Dave Kovar
Want great retention? Learn to communicate in a positive and empowering way. As every successful martial arts instructor knows, effective communication consists of so much more than using the appropriate words. It consists of being completely engaged on every level of communication possible. Let’s look at four different aspects of communication.
Here’s a great idea courtesy of Kovars, Inc.
Physiology. This is our body movement and posture. Imagine someone videotaping you teaching class and then watching it with sound muted. What story is your body telling? Would it appear irritable or angry, limp and lazy, or engaged and powerful?
Tip for implementation. Concentrate on keeping your shoulders back, your chin up and your arms moving freely. Avoid the “master stance” (arms crossed, weight on back leg, chin down, etc.)
To read about other transformational communication skills, read the next issue of the Eagle Express.
