First Impressions count. It is essential therefore to ...
- Look Your Best. Well presented, smart looking people are generally considered to be more attractive by prospective employers.
- Say What You Mean. Your goal is to appear confident and to be believed. When talking to an interviewer address them by their name. Avoid talking for too long. Appear keen but not too desperate for the job.
- Be Prepared. Do your research on the company, and be ready to discuss their business.
- Work On Your Handshake. A good firm handshake is good.
- Establish Good Eye Contact. Eye contact is the most remembered element in forming an impression of someone. Try to maintain direct eye contact with the interviewer.
- Tune Into Your Body Language. 7% of our feelings and attitudes come from the words we use. 38% from our voice, and 55% from our facial expressions. Identify the little things you do when you are tense, for example twirling a lock of hair or playing with a pen. Train yourself to correct these behaviours. Sit squarely in the chair, feet on the floor and shoulders straight. Do not slouch or jiggle your feet!
- Be Yourself. You will be more relaxed.
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