How to Use Hang Gestures in a Speech

• When talking in small groups, stay within the hand zone.

• The bigger the group, the bigger the hand gesture needs to be for all to see.

• Hand gestures are nonverbal communication so let your hands do some of the work.

• Write your speech out and look for key points to highlight, exaggerate or articulate your message with hand gestures.

• Hand gestures have different meanings in different countries. Beware of what you say with your hand gestures.