Body language is a language without spoken words; it is called non-verbal communication. When we connect with a person, we also have to make it clear to each other how the content of a spoken message needs to be interpreted but sometimes we are unable to deliver our messages by spoken or even written languages so we use the body language to supplement what we want to say by gesturing, moving or even giving some facial expressions.
It's easy to underestimate the importance of body language in an interview; when we know that behavioral studies have shown that 7% of our meaning is conveyed by words used, 38% by tone of voice, and 55% by our body language.
1# Don’t touch your face
Touching your nose, mouth or any other part of your face gives a bad impression, it's sign for dishonesty and nervousness in your conversation, so avoid touching your face.
Touching your nose, mouth or any other part of your face gives a bad impression, it's sign for dishonesty and nervousness in your conversation, so avoid touching your face.
2# Breaking eyes contact
Eye contact helps you understand what the other person is really saying verbally. When the eyes say one thing, and the tongue another, a practiced man relies on the language of the first. Also, looking someone in the eye as you meet and talk with him/her also shows you are paying attention. Listening is the most important human relations skill, and good eye contact plays a large part in conveying our interest in others.
Eye contact helps you understand what the other person is really saying verbally. When the eyes say one thing, and the tongue another, a practiced man relies on the language of the first. Also, looking someone in the eye as you meet and talk with him/her also shows you are paying attention. Listening is the most important human relations skill, and good eye contact plays a large part in conveying our interest in others.
3# Not Smiling
Smiles are an important facial expression. They show interest, excitement, empathy, concern; they create an upbeat, positive environment. Smiles can, however, be overused. Often, men smile when they are pleased; women smile to please. You know which is the most powerful! To gain and increase respect, first establish your presence in a room, and then smile. It is far more professional than to enter a room giggling or "all smiles."
Smiles are an important facial expression. They show interest, excitement, empathy, concern; they create an upbeat, positive environment. Smiles can, however, be overused. Often, men smile when they are pleased; women smile to please. You know which is the most powerful! To gain and increase respect, first establish your presence in a room, and then smile. It is far more professional than to enter a room giggling or "all smiles."
4# Crossed Arms|
Arms crossed over your chest signal defensiveness and resistance," says Karen Friedman, communications expert. "When they're open at your sides you appear more approachable."
Arms crossed over your chest signal defensiveness and resistance," says Karen Friedman, communications expert. "When they're open at your sides you appear more approachable."
5# Fidgeting
It can be a habit for some to fidget continuously, especially when in an interview environment. Shifting in your seat, playing with nearby objects and foot tapping are just some of the common things that can make you appear uncomfortable.
It can be a habit for some to fidget continuously, especially when in an interview environment. Shifting in your seat, playing with nearby objects and foot tapping are just some of the common things that can make you appear uncomfortable.
6# Poor posture
Once seated, resist the temptation to lean right back into your chair and make yourself overly comfortable. Slouching into the chair or leaning to one side in the interview room can be interpreted as being indifferent or too relaxed. On the other hand remaining upright with your shoulders back and being comfortable will set the tone for the interview ahead.
Once seated, resist the temptation to lean right back into your chair and make yourself overly comfortable. Slouching into the chair or leaning to one side in the interview room can be interpreted as being indifferent or too relaxed. On the other hand remaining upright with your shoulders back and being comfortable will set the tone for the interview ahead.
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