Interviewers learn a much about you from the things you claim as they do from the things you do not say. Body language indeed matters! Interviewers make assumptions about you based on these non verbal actions.
The following are the ten most common body language mistakes persons make during a job interview. Be aware of them and ignore them as much as you can to make certain that interviewers do not draw the wrong conclusions about you.
Top Ten Worst Mistakes of Body Language
- Hesitation in making Eye Contact or Looking down
- Deficiency of confidence
- Might be lying or stretching the reality.
- Worse Posture / Slouching
- Seems to be bored or disinterested
- Deficiency of interest in the job
- Low level of self esteem
- Crossing or Folding Arms
- Closed off, not open to individuals or ideas
- Furious, aggressive or angry
- Defensive
- Nervous Fidgeting
- Crumbles under the extreme pressure
- Driven by anxiety and stress.
- Forgetting to Smile
- Disinterested or not involved.
- Deficiency of personal skills and qualities.
- Limp Handshake
- Deficiency of confidence and assertiveness
- Unlikely to assert authority
- Too Much Nodding in Agreement
- Deficiency of assertiveness
- No independence
- Leaning to Far Back
- Not specifically interested in the post
- Not that much trustworthy
- Close Talker
- No respect and honor for boundaries
- Makes persons uncomfortable.
- Checking the Clock or Wrist Watch
- Seems to be bored and disinterested
- Not devoted to the role
If you suspect you may be doing one or more of these mistakes in a job interview, practice in front of a mirror until you get out of that habit. You can also inquire friend to run through few mock interviews with you and get them to watch out for any unsuitable body language actions.