Body Language at Job Interview
An impressive CV or resume is not always your key to a successful job interview. Sometimes, in the eyes of experienced interviewers, subtle factors like body language or gestures could be your savior or your doom. A good body language in a job interview reflects confidence and professionality, while bad body language gives the impressions of laziness, low self confidence, or unprofessionality.
According to Heather Krasna in her book, “Jobs that Matter; Find A Stabe, Fulfilling Career in Public Service,” there are some good body language that you can try for a succesful job interview:
Handshakes
A steady, firm handshake is a sign of high self confidence. Give a good handshake with one hand only, without hurting the hand of the person in front of you. Give only one up-and-down movement before you release his or her hand. If your hands are sweaty, make sure you dry them up first.
Proximity and posture
Do not sit or stand too close with the interviewer. Keep your posture straight and lean forward just a little bit, while planting your soles firmly on the floor. If you want to cross your leg, cross one knee or ankle on the top of another. Do not spread or straighten your legs forward.
Hands and arms
Sometimes, if we are explaining something exciting, we do not only talk with our mouth, but also hands. It is allright if you want to move your hands to make your point, but do not let that gesture diverts the interviewer’s attention. Do not cross your arms too; it will make you look defensive. Give an open impression to the interviewer, and avoid playing with your hair, nails, or pen.
Eye contact
Look straight to your interviewer’s eyes (but do not scare him or her), once in a while, especially when he or she is talking. Rolling your eyes will make your interviewer think you mean disrespect, while looking at the floor or other directions will make you look confused or insecure.
Facial expression
Show a friendly face and smile appropriately, especially in the beginning and after the interview. If you smile rarely, your interviewer will think twice to recommend or hire you.
Avoid mirroring
Although you think that your interviewer is nice or casual, do not mirror his or her tone, expression, or gesture. Act professionally.
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