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55% dy l bo age angu 1. HANDSHAKE you can tell a lot about person from their handshake, so get it right with our tips

make sure your palms are dry!

use your right hand

be firm & Confident smile & make eye contact

beware a limp „dead fish” handshake suggests a weak character

an iron grip imply arrogance 2. posture convey confidence with excellent posture be sure not to

slouch or lounge

avoid crossing your arms don’t put your hands in your pockets leave arms open at your sides

3. eye contact

good eye contact conveys confidence & Sincerity

2/3 of the time, look anywhere in the eye-nose triangle

1/3 of the time, you can look away

Good eye contact lets others know that you are interested in the conversation

4. gestures use open and expressive physical gestures to involve the interviewers in what you are saying

avoid pointing or banging fists on the table to emphasise a point

5. enthusiasm
Companies are looking for candidates who are excited about working at their organization, so show them how you feel

Positive body language shows you are professional, engaging and an all-around enthusiastic person to be around

Body language is an aspect of interviewing that’s easy to forget, but is important to remember. Using the right body language can help you seem more confident and give weight to your answers during the interview.

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