This professional development activity explores the benefits of peer tutorship for the tutor and the skills that they begin to develop, practice, and utilize in their role, and how this skill set enriches other areas of their lives including interpersonal relationships, job interviews, work life, family life, confidence, and collaborative learning.

After reading through and reflecting upon the content in this activity, it has given me a clearer understanding of value behind being a communication consultant. This provides validation that the skills I continue to practice will be transferable to many other areas of my life. I believe the most pertinent aspect this article touched on was the confidence that is instilled through peer tutoring because it gives the consultant an opportunity to influence the degree in which students think critically, problem solve, and engage with writing material. Being capable of aiding another individual in this way gives myself confidence in my own conversational and analytical abilities. Furthermore, articulating my own ideas and molding them to different styles of learning and perspectives has already deepened my appreciation of communication and the breadth of avenues in which I can engage with others. I enjoy being a crucial and entrusted part of another person's learning, and gain satisfaction observing techniques I have accrued be a key for success in other people's academic life. I will carry this forward in my career and be reassured in the knowledge that I have the capability of advising the writing competency of other individuals.

This professional development activity discusses the nuances of nonverbal communication, positive and negative body language or the "science of kinesics", and techniques to improve communication among peers so that better rapport can be established among students.

After reading through and reflecting upon the content in this activity, I believe that is has given me a wide arrange of techniques that will improve my nonverbal behavior during consultations. I knew beforehand the importance of nonverbal communication during conversation, and identified several techniques I naturally perform without conscious thought, such as eye contact, a nod, and a smile. However, there were other strategies that I will utilize now in my communication not just with students, but any one I encounter. Strategies such as keeping my feet planted and arms uncrossed will go a long way in conveying the positivity I want to establish in conversation. Additionally, I found it interesting how important it is to dress up or down for the occasion. Clothes and appearances also add to the type of nonverbal communication one wishes to display, with there being a fine a line between too formal and casual for consultant interaction. Dressing with intention but not attention will also help with my ability to build rapport with my peers.