Avoid PitfallsIn

Non-Verbal Communication

You are preparing for an interview.

You have been through all the technical information related to your field.

You have researched the company’s background.

You have even brushed up on your general knowledge.

So, are you thoroughly prepared to face the interview panel?

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What about keepinga check on your

Non-VerbalCommunication?

Your interview begins even before you say your first word

As the interviewer walks toward you to shake hands, an opinion is already being formed

As you wait to answer questions you've prepared for, you are being judged on your appearance, posture and smile

Things to Know

The Handshake

The handshake should be firm, not bone-crushing

Shake From Your Elbow

Hand should be dry and warm

Do Not Use a Forceful Grip

Pump Your Hand Only 2-3 Times

Posture

Stand and sit erect

Erect posture conveys energy and enthusiasm

Slouching conveys tiredness and carelessness

Eye Contact

Maintain eye contact with the interviewer

Avoid constantly looking around the room while you are conversing with the interviewer

Looking around can convey nervousness or a lack of confidence in what is being discussed. 

Eye contact – confidence, is the only aspect of your interview apart from what you say and write that you can be assessed on

Don’t Fidget

Fidgeting is a clear sign of restlessness

You don’t want to come across as restless in any interview

It is very annoying for interviewers to see candidates playing with their hair, clicking pen tops, tapping feet or unconsciously touching parts of the body. 

Preparing what you have to say is important, but practicing how you will say it is imperative.

The nonverbal message can speak louder than the verbal message you're sending.

65% of all information in speech is not in the words but in non-verbal communication

The same thing holds for 90% of all ‘emotional’ information.

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