Non-Verbal Micro-Skills
Strategic Movement
Move purposefully to emphasize transitions, engage different audience sections, and maintain energy.
What it is
Before & after
“Pacing nervously, random wandering, staying rigidly in one spot, turning back to audience.”
“Purposeful steps during transitions, moving toward audience for emphasis, returning to center position.”
When you’ll use it
Topic transitions: Step to a new position when moving between main points
Audience engagement: Move closer during Q&A or when making personal connections
Emphasis creation: Step forward during key messages, step back during supporting details
Energy management: Use movement to re-energize both yourself and the audience
Pro tip
Move on purpose, pause to deliver. Each step should have a reason.
Questions & answers
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