First impressions count. It is essential therefore to ...
- Look your best Well presented 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 him or her by name. Avoid talking for too long. Appear keen but not too desperate for the job.
- Be prepared Do your research on the organisation or Trust.
- Work on your handshake A firm handshake makes a better impression than a limp one.
- Establish good eye contact People who don't make eye contact do themselves no favours at interviews. Try to maintain eye contact with the interviewer as much as possible.
- Tune into your body language Seven per cent 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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