Territory

Each of us have particular ranges that we feel comfortable in, whether it is a particular spot or simply the space around us. We all keep up zones of privacy in which we feel good. Essentially, there are 4 zones of social interaction among North Americans- 1) Intimate Zone: 1 to 1.5 feet, 2) Personal Zone: 1.5 to 4 feet, 3) Social Zone: 4 to 12 feet, and 4)public Zone: 12 or more feet. It is extremely important to be aware of the  territorial needs of others and not to invade their space because if you are careless about the territory of the other person, he/she may be offended. What would happen in the event that somebody abuses your territory? Regularly, you will feel uncomfortable and opposing and would have a tendency to step back to reestablish your space. Therefore, it is exceptionally important to comprehend this part of non-verbal communication to effectively work in a business environment.

References:

 Guffey, M.E., Rhodes, K., Rogin, P.(2011). Business Communication: Processes and product(4th brief Canadian edition).Scarborough,Canada:Nelson.

Langevin, (2012, October). How to use Proxemics in the Corporate Classroom. Retrieved from: http://www.langevin.com/blog/2012/10/15/how-to-use-proxemics-in-the-corporate-classroom/

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