Sensory Systems
Another good way of developing rapport is to tune into the sensory system that the person is using and adapt your language and gestures accordingly. Here's a quick guide.
| Category | Indicator | Sensory System |
|---|---|---|
| Body Language | Pointing at the eyes | Visual |
| Tugging on earlobes | Auditory | |
| Sniffing | Olfactory | |
| Extending the tongue | Gustatory | |
| Gestures with limbs | Kinesthetic | |
| Voice Characteristics | Speaking slowly | Kinesthetic |
| Pausing frequently | Kinesthetic | |
| Even-paced voice | Auditory | |
| Speaking quickly | Auditory | |
| Steady tone of voice | Auditory | |
| Deeper tone of voice | Kinesthetic | |
| Higher than normal tone of voice | Visual | |
| Breathing Rate | Slow, shallow | Visual |
| Normal | Kinesthetic or Auditory |