Ace a Job Interview with Body Language

Previously posted by TempsAhead, a division of Headhunters Recruiters Inc.

Did you know that 93% of our communication is non-verbal? This means that when you’re in an interview, those prepared answers you have in your head are only 7% of the equation.

This video from behavioural investigator Vanessa Van Edwards shares some great do’s and don’ts of non-verbal communication to ace your next job interview.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

• Only carry one bag. Too much stuff – handbag, briefcase, heavy coat – signals that you are disorganized
• Take care of the back of your shoes
• Smile only when it’s appropriate – too much smiling can make you seem less intelligent or insincere
• Sit at a slight angle to your interviewer to signal you’re “on the same side”
• Switch on your non-verbal cues from the parking lot – you never know who you’ll meet along the way and when you’re being be assessed
• Use power body language to boost your confidence

TempsAhead Blog features advice to both job seekers and hiring managers on best practices for job search and recruitment.

  ERIEC Team