The creation and exchange of meaning

Studies show that human communication consists of 93% body language, and

paralinguistic clues. Communicating through social media has become the preferred method of

communication. Today’s generation rather communicate through social media, because they

don’t have to confront the person. Business meetings, relationship problems, and other

important issues are easily being discussed through social media. Even though people believe

communication through social media is effective, face-to-face communication has more

advantages.

Certainly, there are many reasons why you should opt to have face-to-face

communication with someone. One of them is you can gain a much better understanding of how

someone is feelings than you would with other forms of communication. You will be able to

understand better not only because their words are being heard, but you will be able to observe

their gestures, posture, their tone of voice, and how much eye contact they make. Nonverbal

communication sends a strong message. For example, when your nonverbal signals match up

with what you are communicating, others will trust you, and it will create clarity. According to

the article Gestures are Powerful communication, “Gestures come in handy, especially to portray

you as a confident person, in control of his/ her self.” Making the effort to communicate face-to-

face is definitely worth it.

Creating a bond based on trust is very important when it comes to creating a meaningful

relationship. When you have the opportunity to communicate face-to-face with someone it is

easier to create a bond. While emailing avoids the awkwardness of face-to-face communication
you will not be able to fully connect with someone. For example, if a client in the company you

are working for makes an introduction you will view them as a colleague, rather than a

stranger. According to Omur Mete, “ when companies offer the possibility of virtual meetings,

people still choose to attend-face-to-face meetings because they offer the chance to network

and become part of a community. Also ,touch promotes cooperation and bonding. While you

engage during face-to-face communication you will a establish a great relationship based on

trust.

Certainly, there are people who believe face to face communication is not better. They

believe is is hard to get a message across a large group of people, and they claim that there is

no guarantee that these people are listening. Also, opponents say during face-to-face

communication there is no proof of what has been said. Even though, communicating through

social media and emails leaves proof of what has been said, it can easily be used against you.

Furthermore, it will be difficult to get a message through a large group of people, because you

will not be sure if they are actually listening. However, there are several ways to capture a

crowd’s attention. According to inc.com, “The best way to get someone’s attention is to look

them in the eye and tell them exactly what they need to know.” Even though, communication

through social has its advantages there are many more advantages with face-to-face

communication.

In the end , making the effort to communicate face to face is definitely worth it. It is

proven to be far more effective , as you can observe the gestures , facial expressions , and any
type of reaction of the person you are communicating with. Furthermore , as you create a bond

with the person you can gain their trust. A