{"id":1791,"date":"2019-09-05T07:19:31","date_gmt":"2019-09-05T07:19:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.naukri.com\/campus\/career-guidance\/?p=1791"},"modified":"2019-09-18T05:58:34","modified_gmt":"2019-09-18T05:58:34","slug":"body-language-tips-for-interview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.naukri.com\/campus\/career-guidance\/body-language-tips-for-interview","title":{"rendered":"How to Carry a Right Body Language in Your First Job Interview"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Body language makes a huge impact on the way others perceive you. It becomes even more critical during a job interview, where your interview starts much before you actually sit in front of the interviewer. Yes, it starts with your first step into the interviewer\u2019s cabin!<\/p>\n<p>Your body communicates more than your words. And, it is\u00a0 called non-verbal communication. Understanding what makes an\u00a0effective\u00a0body language\u00a0can prepare you communicate a positive message to your hiring manager. Therefore, to learn about how to leverage your non-verbal communication and use it to your best\u00a0 in your job interview, here\u2019s our\u00a0 expert advice.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.naukri.com\/campus\/career-guidance\/body-language-tips-for-interview\/#What_is_body_language\" title=\"What is body language?\">What is body language?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.naukri.com\/campus\/career-guidance\/body-language-tips-for-interview\/#Body_Language_in_Interview_%E2%80%93_7_Tips\" title=\"Body Language in Interview \u2013 7 Tips\">Body Language in Interview \u2013 7 Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.naukri.com\/campus\/career-guidance\/body-language-tips-for-interview\/#Some_quick_interview_body_language_tips\" title=\"Some quick interview body language tips:\">Some quick interview body language tips:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_body_language\"><\/span><u><strong>What is body language?<\/strong><\/u><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Body language is a form of non-verbal communication, in which your physical behavior or gestures express your feelings and thoughts. It includes eye movements, facial expressions, body movements, hand gestures, etc. With a little knowledge about the right body movements and gestures, you can augment your chance of scoring a job offer.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #000000; padding: 10px; font-size: 15px; background-color: #f2f2f2; text-align: justify;\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Body_Language_in_Interview_%E2%80%93_7_Tips\"><\/span><u><strong>Body Language in Interview \u2013 7 Tips<\/strong><\/u><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"#howtoenterininterviewhall\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><u><strong>## How should I walk into the interviews\u2019 room?<\/strong><\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"#howtoaddressaninterviewer\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><u><strong>## How to address the interviewer?<\/strong><\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"#Interviewposture\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><u><strong>## How should I sit in front of the interviewer?<\/strong><\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"#interviewetiquette\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><u><strong>## How should I speak in an interview?<\/strong><\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"#makingeyecontact\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><u><strong>## Should I make an eye contact with the interviewer?<\/strong><\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"#handgesturesduringinterview\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><u><strong>## What is the ideal position for hands &amp; feet in an interview?<\/strong><\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"#questionstoaskattheendofaninterview\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><u><strong>## What to say at the end of the interview?<\/strong><\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>So, let\u2019s get answers to all your questions related to body language during a job interview that can help you a great deal in preparing for either an on-campus placement or off-campus hiring.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"howtoenterininterviewhall\" class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><u>Question 1: How should I walk into the interviews\u2019 room?<\/u><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> As said earlier, the hiring judgment starts the minute you enter the room and walk towards the interviewer. Therefore, maintaining the right body language in an interview holds extreme importance. Your walk should be poised and confident. When you walk, never keep hands inside your pocket as it indicates over-confidence or boredom. Walk smoothly with your head facing the front. Keep a gentle smile that helps you create a positive and friendly environment to initiate the conversation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naukri.com\/campus\/career-guidance\/what-skills-employers-look-for\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What skills employers look for?<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"howtoaddressaninterviewer\" class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><u>Question 2: How to address the interviewer?<\/u><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> If there are more than one or two interviewers, you should address everyone with a quick look and return your attention to the main interviewer who initiated the conversation with you. It is good to go for a firm handshake. If you feel nervous, take a deep breath and relax before you greet everyone.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Interviewposture\" class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><u>Question 3: How should I sit in front of the interviewer?<\/u><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Sit straight, but in a comfortable position that keeps your shoulders relaxed. Sit with your back straight against the seat and lean in when the interviewer is speaking as it makes you look attentive and interested. Also, avoid lounging back in your chair as this indicates a clear sign of disinterest.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"interviewetiquette\" class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><u>Question 4: How should I speak in an interview?<\/u><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Talk calmly and in a tone that is easily and clearly understood by everyone. Many freshers make a blunder by speaking spontaneously just to show off their accent, however, this might not make your conversation much clear to the listener. Nodding your head occasionally shows that you are trying to engage with the speaker and understand what the other person is saying.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"makingeyecontact\" class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><u>Question 5: Should I make an eye contact with the interviewer?<\/u><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>Yes, but making<\/em>\u00a0the right amount of\u00a0<em>eye contact<\/em>\u00a0in an\u00a0<em>interview is vital. This is one of the most important body language tips for every fresher. Maintaining an eye contact conveys that you are trustworthy and confident. However, remember that there is a fine line between staring and looking at casually. Be sure that you look away for a few seconds to avoid a long gaze. However, never look away when the interviewer is talking to you.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naukri.com\/campus\/career-guidance\/tips-to-get-noticed-by-top-recruiters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4 Tips to Get Noticed by Top Recruiters<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"handgesturesduringinterview\" class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><u>Question 6: What is the ideal position for hands &amp; feet in an interview?<\/u><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you are a fidgeter, keep your hands and feet in a more relaxed position. Keeping your feet flat on the floor and hands in a neutral state unless speaking keeps you relaxed. However, when you speak, it is fine to use hand movements slightly to give emphasis on what you are saying. Keeping your legs and arms in a crossed position makes you look defensive and unapproachable. So, avoid that too.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"questionstoaskattheendofaninterview\" class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><u>Question 7: What to say at the end of the interview?<\/u><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Just like the first impression matters, how you leave from the cabin also makes a lasting impression on the interviewer. If you know the art of departing from the interview, you can definitely earn brownie points.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_quick_interview_body_language_tips\"><\/span><u><strong>Some quick interview body language tips:<\/strong><\/u><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>##<\/strong> No matter how nervous you are, do not panic and make haste to leave<br \/>\n<strong>##<\/strong> Ask relevant questions to make the recruiter understand that you are serious as well as excited about the job opening<br \/>\n<strong>##<\/strong> Remind them of your skills that make you a suitable candidate for the job<br \/>\n<strong>##<\/strong> Inquire about the next step to follow up with the HR<br \/>\n<strong>##<\/strong> End on a humble note and say \u2018Thank You\u2019<br \/>\n<strong>##<\/strong> Don\u2019t forget to keep a smile on your face<\/p>\n<p>All the best! We hope these interview body language tips will help you ace your job interviews as a fresher.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Body language makes a huge impact on the way others perceive you. 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