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During a job interview, it’s equally as important to pay attention to the way you present yourself as what you have to say. When it comes to the interviewing process, body language is an important factor that indicates how you feel, including your comfort level, confidence, and interest for the job. In this way, certain movements and body positions can portray positive or negative emotions, and be a contributing factor in determining whether you will be called back for a job offer or not. In order to make the best first impression for your next interview, check out these five body language tips that are definitely worth noting down:
Prepare in Private
Before arriving inside the building for your interview, take some time to review any information one last time. After walking inside, you will be expected to interact with the company’s employees, and have to appear confident, and the only way that is possible is through being prepared. For that reason, it’s important to gather your thoughts and materials in private first.
Have Good Posture
During your interview, maintain an upright posture, by keeping your chin up and shoulders down. Great posture is known to exemplify confidence. Slouching, on the other hand, can represent a red flag, for showing a lack of self-confidence and respect for the interviewer. An example of positive body language is sitting on the edge of your chair while leaning forward, which showcases that you are genuinely interested. If you are attending a virtual interview, keep the camera at eye level. Make sure that you are visible from the waist up, because your facial expressions and hand gestures can help create a better human connection when conversing with the interviewer.
Don’t Fidget
Any signs of nervous movements can be very distracting for your interviewer and altogether affect your interview results. Refraining from fidgeting, like touching your face, repeatedly moving your leg, or nervously checking your phone, for instance. Not only can it shift one’s attention, but it could also make the candidate appear to be dishonest and untrustworthy. In order to have a professional interview, it’s necessary to avoid these habits.
Use Eye Contact
While talking with the interviewer, maintain regular eye contact. You can also look away when it feels natural to do so. Using eye contact shows good manners and makes candidates appear more likable, and interested and appreciative of the employer’s time. On the contrary, poor eye contact comes across as being disrespectful or disinterested in the job. During virtual interviews, a big mistake that many people make is to look at themselves instead. In order to avoid this error and properly use eye contact, look straight into the camera. If needed, practice doing so on your own before the interview or hide your self-view during the actual virtual meeting.
Be Responsive
While the interviewer is speaking to you, pay attention to their tone of voice or facial expressions and gestures, and perform signs of active listening accordingly. For example, nod and smile to show them that they have all of your attention and you are invested in listening to their every word. These actions can indicate that you can understand what the interviewer is saying without any issue and agree with their statements.
If you’re seeking more information on job seeking from a temporary agency or employment agency in Brampton or Mississauga, contact us at Nexus Staffing Inc. to book your first online appointment. We would be more than happy to provide advice and assist you in your career journey!
