The Interview Handbook

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Here’s a fact which should be burnt into your memory: In face to face communication your words account for as little as 7% of the perceived impact of your message. Your voice tone is about 38%, but your body language represents about 55% -

WOW!! 55%. It’s amazing what you can revel without saying a word, so how can improve my job prospects by giving out the right signals and understand other peoples signals?

It’s such a massive topic and it would take hours to talk about it, so I just picked a couple of areas which are quite simple to use and to put into practice.

Body language is fascinating and intriguing and you underestimate its power and influence at your peril. One gesture can be interpreted in several ways; for example crossing your arms could mean that you feel anxious or angry – or simply it means that you are cold and you are folding your arms to keep warm. How about nose-touching, it could mean that you are covering your mouth to conceal a lie, or you may simply have an itchy.

Let’s look at how body language works within the work place. I have met so many people who have real talent, work hard and are conscientious but never receive the rewards their hard word deserves. Why? - They lack charisma, but with the right body language you can have real charisma.

For example when entering a room, remember these simple tips:

• Walk in talk, don’t slouch.

• Look relaxed, smile, don’t over do it; you’re not on a tooth paste ad!

• Walk with confidence

• Greet everyone you pass

• Use eye contact at all times

• Use friendly signals, touch, eye contact and mirrored gestures

The good news is that we all have the power to change our body language it does take a certain amount of work and effort. Have a go it could make all the difference.