I found Jonathatn Vatner's article regarding mimicry to connect interesting. His premise is that the people we get along with, we are unconsciously mimicking and if we consciously mimic in the other parts of our lives it will create a closeness that will translate to success
I have observed in my own life copying phrases and language structure of the people that I spend a lot of time with, and want to be closely connected with
In my work situation, being in sales, I have to connect to the managers on their level. I haven't observed mimicking gestures but certain vocabulary I definitely copy. Store specific brands, departments etc, but this is also educating ourselves on how to communicate effectively to facilitate better sales.
I agree that language mimicry happens, but I am going to observe tonight in class, if there is any mimicking of gestures and report back tonight.
Stay tuned.
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