Role of Body language in Placements

In order to taste success in a job interview one needs to know several things apart from the subject matter. One of these things is an effective display of body language. It is correctly said that “actions speak more than words”. Keeping this in mind the below few points would help you prepares as regards body language is concerned.

1.      Choice of wardrobe-When we talk about body language it also consists of your appearance. Therefore choosing a suitable attire is very important. The interviewer would also be able to gauge your seriousness about the job by looking at your dressing sense. Therefore it’s important to do a little bit of homework as regards dress code of a particular organization. It’s always a safe bet to dress up in formals if unsure.

2.      Resting your feet on floor-These are little things but may count a lot. It is advisable to rest both your feet on floor without any movement. People often like to sit up comfortable with one leg crossed which may depict complacency, therefore it’s better to avoid.

3.      Sit still-Movement depicts nervousness. Sit still, you can rest your back on the seat with your feet on ground, avoid too much of change in posture. Too much of change also distracts the interviewer

4.      Talk with your mouth not with hands-It has been seen ,that when people want to prove a point they without realizing start using their hands, which might seem to depict aggression, therefore make a habit of keeping your hand still and resting it on your knees. n

5.      Sit forwards-The best thing is to choose a posture which suits to be comfortable however slouching and resting on the back may seem to be too casual, therefore try and sit straight with your hands on knees or on the desk.

6.      Body tics-If you are in a habit of body tics when nervous then it’s time that your keep notice. Body tics depict nervousness or tiredness and may also be a symbol or getting bored. This can be very offensive can prove to be fatal.

7.      Don’t put your hands in pocket-If you happen to have an interview while standing then avoid at all time ,putting your hands in your pocket, as it looks quite leisurely and very causal

8.      Maintain some space-Do not try to lean too forward in order to make a connection especially if you are of opposite sex. this might give wrong denotation.

9.      Respect privacy-if the interviewer is making a note of something while your interview is on, at no time, try and peep what he is writing. Wait for the feedback and do not try and read it yourself.

10.  Use of prop-If you are in a habit of a holding a prop such as a pen or a pencil, make sure you put it into its original use, which is writing, other than that do not do anything with it. For example, tap it on the table, scribble or scratch your head.