There are several stages to follow when it comes to landing your dream job.
You go through the CV, the covering letter, you send in your applications. And then you get an interview! Don't forget that the recruiter already knows a lot about you, so you don't need to repeat every line of your CV exactly. The interview will allow them to discover facets of you that they don't have access to from your CV, and all of this necessarily involves the way you present yourself, the way you speak, and your BODY LANGUAGE I'm going to give you 5 tips on body language so that you put all the chances on your side to succeed at your next interview!
● Make a good first impression
Your interview starts as soon as you enter the building. Everyone you meet during
the interview process (not just the hiring manager), is an integral part of
the box, so when you walk into the office and make contact with the receptionist,
the executive assistant or anyone else, make sure you maintain strong eye contact and confidently
introduce yourself. If you are led into a waiting area, avoid the common mistake of leaning over your phone. This type of body language can easily translate into boredom. Instead, take a look around you and get interested. You might spot information that could be useful to you during the interview! When you meet the recruiter, stand up and introduce yourself with a warm, genuine smile and a firm handshake.
● Think twice before wearing new clothes
Discomfort is another issue that can be very distracting for both you and the recruiter.
Buying a nice pair of shoes or a belt to match your blazer can
seem like a great idea, but if your wardrobe is making you fidget and you're uncomfortable,
consider opting for a more reliable option instead. Making a lot of noise with your clothes can send the wrong signal, like potentially communicating discomfort with the interview rather than your clothes.
● Make eye contact
Eye contact is essential because it shows your confidence in yourself and your answers. Avoid
looking all around the room, looking at your watch, or not making eye contact at all from
, as this makes you look worried and distracted. But this goes beyond confidence and concentration. Eye contact is also the basis for making connections and building relationships. The recruiter will only ever feel truly engaged with you if you don't look at them, when ultimately your number one objective is to engage the recruiter and get them to respond. But remember, maintaining unwavering eye contact without any variation in your facial expression can make the recruiter feel uncomfortable or even signal hostility. Which brings me to my next piece of advice.
● Be responsive and listen carefully to understand
It's perfectly natural to want to tell the recruiter all about yourself, and the achievements and
experiences that make you the perfect candidate. But don't forget to listen with empathy and
engage with what the recruiter is saying too. They will be looking to assess your interpersonal skills. The way you behave when you're not talking is an important part of the impression you'll make. The aim is to remain alert and responsive. During the interview, lean slightly towards the recruiter. This sends the message that you are open, interested and involved in the conversation.
● Remember your posture
The way you stand says a lot at an unconscious level: is the person,
confident and committed, or is the person shy and withdrawn? Posture is the first clue and is bound to have an impact. So make sure you sit up straight and remember to keep your shoulders back rather than up. Being stiff can easily be associated with being nervous, which is something recruiters expect, but being too stiff can make you look uncomfortable or hostile, so try to relax a little before your interview.
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