Body Language for Interview Success

What is the best way to minimise fidgeting during an interview?

• Keep your hands in your pockets

• Sit on your hands

• Place your hands on your lap or table

• Wave your hands around

Which facial expression should you avoid during an interview?

• Smiling naturally

• Frowning or scowling

• Maintaining a neutral expression

• Nodding occasionally

How can you maintain eye contact without staring?

• Look at the interviewer's forehead

• Glance around the room frequently

• Blink naturally and look away occasionally

• Stare directly into the interviewer's eyes without blinking

What is a confident stance to adopt during an interview?

• Slouching in your chair

• Sitting up straight with shoulders back

• Crossing your arms tightly

• Leaning back with your feet on the table

Which of the following should you avoid doing with your hands during an interview?

• Gesturing naturally while speaking

• Tapping your fingers on the table

• Keeping your hands still

• Holding a pen or notepad

What should you do if you feel nervous and start fidgeting during an interview?

• Ignore it and continue fidgeting

• Take a deep breath and focus on your posture

• Apologise for being nervous

• Stand up and walk around

How can you control your facial expressions during an interview?

• Practise in front of a mirror

• Avoid making any facial expressions

• Wear sunglasses

• Keep your eyes closed

What is the best way to show you are listening during an interview?

• Stare blankly at the interviewer

• Nod occasionally and maintain eye contact

• Look at your watch frequently

• Interrupt the interviewer to show interest

Which posture should you avoid during an interview?

• Sitting with your back straight

• Leaning slightly forward

• Crossing your legs tightly

• Keeping your feet flat on the floor

What is a good way to prepare for maintaining eye contact in an interview?

• Practise with a friend or family member

• Avoid practising and just wing it

• Use a mirror to practise staring at yourself

• Practise by looking at a spot on the wall