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Article: Non-verbal Communication During Your Job Interview:

Slouching is out! It's about demonstrating confidence - standing straight, making eye contact, and connecting with a good, firm handshake. That first impression can be a great beginning, or a quick ending to your interview.

Body movement or lack of Once the interview begins you should be relaxed, use your hands in talking - most people do. Do not overdo anything! Small gestures with your hands in fine but when you start waving your arms around you are out-of-bounds and could strike out. On the other hand the worst posture is to fold your arms across your chest. This is a hostile posture - very closed. Sometimes women fold their arms this way because they are cold. Wear a sweater or jacket - but don't fold your arms over your chest... [READ ON]

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Job Search Rule 1:
You Either Make Dust or Eat Dust...So Keep Focused

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