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This is the first video in my 3 part series on interview tips. We discuss the importance of body language during interviews and tips on handling yourself.
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So, have you secured an interview for your dream job
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But you are nervous about it. While there is no shortcut to guarantee you will get the job, you can follow some tips
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to give it your best shot. Hey guys, welcome back to my channel
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I am Misha. In this video, I am going to share with you tips about body language in job interviews
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Body language is very important when you meet someone for the first time
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It lets the other person know if you are confident or nervous
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In an interview, this becomes even more important as the interviewer has very little time to
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form their opinion about you. We will discuss the importance of the first handshake, your overall posture and the movement
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you make with your head, shoulders, eyes, arms, legs, voice and hands and some tips
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on how to control your body posture
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The tips I will share are based on my experiences not only as a fresher but also as an experienced interviewer
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The first handshake will be your only movement of physical contact with the interviewer
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Your handshake should be neither bone crushing nor like a limb fish
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Aim for a firm handshake, make eye contact and smile. Do you sweat excessively
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Then please refresh yourself before you enter. Make sure you always carry a handkerchief with you to dry your hands and to wipe your forehead
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If you get sweaty hands just before your interview, then dry them on your knees when you get up
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from your chair. Avoid clammy hands as they can give the impression that you are nervous
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Try to ensure a natural smile, a firm voice and constant eye contact during the introduction
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with your interviewer. If your eyes go away from your interviewer, you may seem insecure, dishonest or downright arrogant
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You may have multiple conversation partners in a job interview. Try to give everyone the same amount of eye contact
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Maintain eye contact with the person who is speaking. When someone asks a question, look them in the eye at the beginning of your answer and
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then shift your eyes to the other conversation partners. Try not to look away or turn your eyes downward when you give an answer to a question
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It may make you feel comfortable but it can also give the impression that you are insecure
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or that you aren't telling the truth. You want to come across as natural and pleasant to talk with
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If you show healthy stress, then you will give the impression that the job is important
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to you. If you look too relaxed, then you may come across as indifferent
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This may seem like stating the obvious, but if your seat has side rail, you must be tempted
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to lean to the left or to the right. Try to avoid this, sit up straight and keep your back against the backrest
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Do you naturally talk with your hands? Go ahead and let them move during the interview
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Stopping your natural gesture may lead to an awkward appearance. Just make sure your gesture doesn't become so enthusiastic that they distract from your words
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Never cross your arms. Crossed arms give a closed impression and are often interpreted as lack of interest
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Put your hands on your lap or on the table. If you put your arms and hands on the table, then gently lean over to your conversation partner
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This way you emphasize that you are listening attentively. Hold and move your hands in a calm and natural manner when you are talking
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Try to keep your hands still if you are not talking. Don't tick on the table and don't make any rhythmic movements that can reveal your stress
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and irritate your interviewer. This may sound odd but it is natural reflex to touch your nose, cheeks and lips when you
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are speaking. It is a common way to calm yourself. Avoid this
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If you touch your face too much or play with your hands, fingers or jewelry, you may be
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perceived as insecure. You should practice your body language as much as you rehearse your answers to common
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interview questions. Natural tendencies tend to take over when you are nervous, so you have to learn to consciously
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overcome them. Remember, the first image the interviewer has of you is most likely the one that will stick
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Thank you so much for watching. I hope that when you go for an interview, you will keep these tips in mind
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If you found these tips useful, please share this video with friends and family members
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as well. In my upcoming videos, I will talk in detail about how to prepare yourself for an interior
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design interview. So if you haven't subscribed to my channel, please do it now
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Till we meet next time, goodbye and take care
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