Chronomics

Introduction

Chronemics is the study of Time in nonverbal communication. It includes the way –

i. We perceive time

ii. Structure our time

iii. React to time

Chronomics are put into two time system categories-

1. Monochronic

2. Polychronic

Monochronic time system

These people do one thing at a time These pay focus on the job These are accustomed to short term relationship They remain fix to their plans

once formed

Polychronic time system

These do several things at a time These pay focus to human relationship These have tendency to build lifetime relationship They change their plans often and easily

Time orientation

There are three time orientations in relation to their impact on communication-

Past Present Future

Influence of chronomics on global affairs

Different perceptions of time across cultures are there all of which can influence global communication situations

It is one of those non verbal communication ,the treatment of time illustrates their perspective of time

The three examples of how chronemix and power are related in the workplace are-

Waiting time Talk time Work time

Waiting time- To be kept waiting is to imply that one’s time is less valuable

than that of the one who imposes the wait

Talk time- Those with more power speak more often and for greater length

of time

Work time- Individuals who spend more time in meetings, or to develop

contacts are more likely to be influential decision makers

Time is money

Punctuality is the basic requirement for everyone The way we use time reflect our individuality we should make

the best possible use of it as much we can