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Six Tips for a Better Job Interview: How Your Body Language Can Affect Your Job Search in 2012

Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (53 comments)


The job market is difficult and we all know that it is really hard to get an interview, let alone a job, If You’ve got an interview approaching and you need everything to win that job. Where do you turn?

Recent reports have proven that companies will form a viewpoint of individuals inside the first ten minutes from the interview. But here’s the kicker, it isn’t always according to that which you really say, but it is on something we term “body gestures.” For example, 85% of the items you communicate isn’t with words. It’s with the tone of the voice, how you sit and an abundance of other messages that the body involuntarily transmits.

Six Tips for a Better Job Interview: How Your Body Language Can Affect Your Job Search in 2012.


1) Be Real from the Start

When you greet your interviewer, smile a real smile that engages your eyes, and offer a firm handshake. Say something like, “I’m pleased to meet you” to provide a positive anchor. Maintaining good eye contact shows respect and interest. Eye contact is ideal. Focus on the upper triangle of the face from the left eyebrow across the bridge of the nose to the right eyebrow. Avoid staring at the other person’s forehead, lips and mouth.

2) Watch the Excess Energy


The more energy you have, the more will need to be vented. This often results in adaptive mannerisms. What this means is that excess energy gets dissipated into fidgeting, a definite sign that you’re nervous or ill at ease. While it’s easy to say, “watch the fidgeting,” experts suggest you never touch your face, throat, mouth or ears during an interview. The interviewer may feel that you’re holding something back, typically, the truth. Although this is a false assumption, to try to establish credibility, it’s necessary to avoid touching your face.

3) What to do with those hands and arms

Clasped hands are a signal that you are closed off. A palm-to-palm gesture with one thumb over the other thumb sends the signal that you need the interviewer’s reassurance. To come across as confident, receptive and unguarded, have your hands open and relaxed on the table. When your body is open, you project trustworthiness.
 Avoid crossing your arms over your chest. When you do, you signal that you are close-minded, defensive, or bored and disinterested.

4) Crossing those legs
 
Don’t cross your legs. This posture creates a wall between you and your interviewer. It can also become a distraction when you keep crossing your legs back and forth. Crossed ankles are a “no-no” because you are signaling that you want to be elsewhere.

5) Posture

A straight posture is imperative during an interview. Pull your shoulders back and sit up straight. You’ll give yourself a burst of confidence and allow for good breathing. This can help you to avoid, or at least reduce, feelings of nervousness and discomfort.

6) Finger Gestures

Bet you never thought you had to worry about your fingers during an interview. Steepling your fingers makes you look arrogant. And, never point your index fingers like gun barrels! These are the types of aggressive messages you want to avoid sending.

Summary

While it’s a no-brainer to focus on how best to answer those typical interview questions, don’t forget to pay some attention to that other 85 percent of what you’re communicating nonverbally. It can pay dividends after your interview when you realize your body often speaks louder than your words.

  

Comments (53)

No. 1
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 07:19:58 GMT by jglams

Τнäиκs, nice one. Pls keep the Good work. May GoD bless you. Merry christmas
No. 2
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 08:13:43 GMT by Salami kafayat

Very good i like dat . It serves as a reminder to me anytime am going for an interview . Thanks a million
No. 3
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 08:48:33 GMT by ewa moses enu

its really a nice one cos it serve as core concept require to achieve the result,thanks.
No. 4
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 09:07:11 GMT by modesty

Thank you so much. you are really doing a great job here.remain blessed!

No. 5
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 09:34:42 GMT by Solomon .A. Chukwuneke

This is really a great one,thank you very much for this and God bless you.merry xmass.
No. 6
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 10:59:09 GMT by James Ogah

Well done. Keep it up

No. 7
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 11:17:43 GMT by Raphael Sunday Chukwu

These are very good tips.Thanks.
No. 8
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 13:43:22 GMT by Sociable

Nagwode ,sanu,keep it up.
No. 9
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 16:59:14 GMT by SOMKENE

Thanks very much
No. 10
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 19:36:38 GMT by BULLAMA

you are really doing a good job.
No. 11
Posted on Fri 23rd Dec, 2011 22:40:57 GMT by Onyokoko Veronica

Thx 4 dis wonderful tips, they r eye opener 4 me, am most grateful. God bless u. Hope we will get more of this. Enjoy ur holiday
No. 12
Posted on Sat 24th Dec, 2011 08:54:51 GMT by Kemebolegha, Timipere Hunter

Thanks alot.
No. 13
Posted on Sat 24th Dec, 2011 12:23:36 GMT by Angela

Thanks a million times. This servers as a reminder to me, keep it up, is a nice one, happy xmas. 08037767883
No. 14
Posted on Sat 24th Dec, 2011 12:24:17 GMT by Wole Moses

Infact, i don't know what to say, than to be grateful! Thanks
No. 15
Posted on Sat 24th Dec, 2011 12:47:56 GMT by Rossy

Fabulous! Pls this is wonderful tip for interview, thanks alot and may Almighty God reward u abundantly, amen. Keep up de good work.
No. 16
Posted on Sat 24th Dec, 2011 13:39:06 GMT by Richy

9ce concept, u're 2ruly d best 4 wishing us d best...Tx a million
No. 17
Posted on Sat 24th Dec, 2011 15:25:09 GMT by sandy ify okpara

datz a gud one tanx so much cos i ve neva gone 4 any interview,tnx once again
No. 18
Posted on Sat 24th Dec, 2011 17:36:42 GMT by eke valentine

This is a tip of the ice berg for me. I have never attended any interview in my twenty nine years of job. I truly appreciate your tips. I personally need more of this guidance.Remain bless.
No. 19
Posted on Sat 24th Dec, 2011 18:17:48 GMT by Nestor

Thanks so very much. Remain blessed
No. 20
Posted on Sun 25th Dec, 2011 12:22:10 GMT by Ekpo Samuel oche

this tips will help to avoid alot of ass kicking and self betrayal during interviews.tanx for having u here.
No. 21
Posted on Sun 25th Dec, 2011 21:48:45 GMT by lucy

Nice one.keep up the gud work.God bless.
No. 22
Posted on Mon 26th Dec, 2011 11:47:01 GMT by onum douglas

the tips are very good! Tankz alot. I wud lik more tips on dress conducts??!!
No. 23
Posted on Mon 26th Dec, 2011 18:30:34 GMT by Ngoka esther

tanx and may God richly bless u. Compliment of d season.
No. 24
Posted on Mon 26th Dec, 2011 19:06:05 GMT by Oghenetega Blessing

Thanks for this tips,i av gain something from it,so when i will be going out there i know how i shud post,and answers questions with this
No. 25
Posted on Tue 27th Dec, 2011 06:13:40 GMT by busayo

Thanks so much,for those wonderful tips.
No. 26
Posted on Tue 27th Dec, 2011 09:34:38 GMT by Ahara chijioke

What a wonderful tips.Thanks alot. I had atended one interview but i messed up due to lack of body gesture.Thanks vry much 4 educating me more.
No. 27
Posted on Wed 28th Dec, 2011 15:27:04 GMT by innocent nomshan juniof

you are key
No. 28
Posted on Wed 28th Dec, 2011 22:13:31 GMT by Loveth

Thanks for inspiring and empowering us. You are blessed.
No. 29
Posted on Thu 29th Dec, 2011 09:18:03 GMT by Abdulwaheed

thanks for the good work please keep it up
No. 30
Posted on Thu 29th Dec, 2011 10:22:09 GMT by Yamson

I use to think that interview is difficult but with dis tips am ready. Tanx a million time.
No. 31
Posted on Thu 29th Dec, 2011 12:40:46 GMT by Beauty

This is a real booster nice one and hapy new year in advance
No. 32
Posted on Thu 29th Dec, 2011 13:53:17 GMT by kole ADEGBITE

Thanks,
No. 33
Posted on Thu 29th Dec, 2011 16:31:52 GMT by Ezema Effioanwan

Nice Tips. Thanks
No. 34
Posted on Fri 30th Dec, 2011 06:27:52 GMT by Nwagboo cajethan.c

Thanks 4 your interview tips, keep doing it god will bless you.
No. 35
Posted on Sat 31st Dec, 2011 17:32:00 GMT by Chikodi

Thanks so much, it really came at the right time.

No. 36
Posted on Tue 03rd Jan, 2012 06:32:23 GMT by Agudosi joy

Thanks alot for the eye opener tips for people like me.keep it on.God bless you.
No. 37
Posted on Tue 03rd Jan, 2012 10:27:55 GMT by Margaret Folashade Eluyemi

thanks for that
No. 38
Posted on Wed 04th Jan, 2012 10:49:01 GMT by Engr. Ikechi

Dear friend,we nija people said.we luv dat tips keep d update thanks.
No. 39
Posted on Fri 06th Jan, 2012 09:56:53 GMT by stancemore

Just want to say thank u 4 ds advice alert @ ds tym. Well, I'm in an interview venue now. I pray to come out successful in my desired placement. Tanx once again. Happy New Year.
No. 40
Posted on Sun 08th Jan, 2012 10:51:41 GMT by Tunde Agbedahunsi

Thank for the tips. It made me realise why i must have lost the final interview at Chevron in 2005 despite being the only one out of seven others invited that was present that day at the appointed time inspite of a biting fuel crisis then. Keep it up.
No. 41
Posted on Mon 09th Jan, 2012 19:00:10 GMT by ukumobe Aghogho

Nice one. Tanx a million.
No. 42
Posted on Thu 12th Jan, 2012 02:55:22 GMT by SPLASHME ROZ

KUL ONE. TANKS. THOU I DONT HAVE A JOB YET. DO LINK ME UP PLS 07084823979

No. 43
Posted on Wed 25th Jan, 2012 10:56:21 GMT by Anamani

It's a good thing keep it up
No. 44
Posted on Fri 03rd Feb, 2012 10:41:05 GMT by Gordon

Hi, very useful post. I've just bumped into it and found it concrete and useful, very straight to the point. With your tips and some tricks I've heard during the webinars organized by
http://www.blog.ivyexec.com I'm sure I'll easily go through next job interview. Thanks once again!
No. 45
Posted on Fri 17th Feb, 2012 10:38:21 GMT by JULIET IJEOMA

This is very educative. keep it going!
No. 46
Posted on Wed 22nd Feb, 2012 14:29:22 GMT by maigari

Welldone, it's really educating nd God bless u.
No. 47
Posted on Sat 10th Mar, 2012 17:00:23 GMT by Ndubest

I am interested but am a computer graphic designer.
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No. 48
Posted on Fri 23rd Mar, 2012 08:16:04 GMT by ola

thanks for the tips God bless
No. 49
Posted on Sun 01st Apr, 2012 09:07:25 GMT by NDU BEN

Interesting, you've increased my knowledge. May God bless you.
No. 50
Posted on Thu 26th Apr, 2012 17:16:49 GMT by Kamo

Thank u 4 these inspiring tips


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