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Non-verbal communication during job interviews

By STEPHANIE MOYNIHAN

Non-verbal communication is so very important during job interviews and below are a few things to keep in mind as you prepare for your job interview. Non-verbal communication is essentially communications through body language and gestures, in essence all communications other than through the words we speak. Maintaining good eye contact with our interviewers shows our genuine interest in the role, politeness and further reflects honesty and integrity. Just like in other situations of communication, an appropriate level of eye contact with the other person shows that we are engaged in the conversation, are present and committed. Smiling and nodding is another way of engaging in a non-verbal way with your interviewers. Smiling is one of the very basic and probably one of the simplest way to bring across your personality, warmth and character. By nodding, when appropriate, we do show that we are engaged in the conversation, that we are taking in the information and signalling the interviewer that we are listening and present in the moment. It is also very important to keep our

gestures, poses and posture

in check. Try not to slouch down in your seat but rather sit in an upright, comfortable position with your back fully supported. This will not only help you ground yourself and help you calm your nerves, but it also reflects professionalism and your commitment to succeed in this job interview. Do not be daunted by the tips given to you this week, as you are most likely doing his thing is instinctively and naturally already. Keep an open mind and try to be aware of your non-verbal communication and signals you are giving the interviewer.

IRD Duhallow’s SICAP-funded Job Centre offers support and guidance to people in relation to CV preparation, the interview process and job seeking. Contact Stephanie on 02960633 for assistance. SICAP 2018-2022 is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development with co-funding from the European Social Fund (ESF) as part of the ESF Programme for Employability, Inclusion and Learning (PEIL) 2014-2020

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