Job Interviews and Non Verbal Communications

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1. To make a great, lasting impression, make sure you come to an interview well-dressed and groomed. During the interview, be sure to make eye contact to show that you are confident and sincere. Focus during the interview, have good posture and demonstrate interest on what the interviewer is saying. Be polite and and let your body language portray your professionalism. Stay calm and try not to fidget to much, but don't be too relaxed to the point where you're slouching. Ask questions to show that you are interested, but be sure to watch your tone and facial expressions so that you don't give off the wrong vibe. Present your resume in a professional manner to show confidence and maturity, and when you're finished, shake hands with everyone in the room.

2a. Some differences in nonverbal communication between different cultures can be gestures, because every culture has gestures toward each other and if you do (in their culture) an offensive gesture, problems could occur. Another difference can be touch and eye contact, because some cultures have different personal space issues and insecurities.

2b. Tone, facial expressions, body language, gestures, physical orientation, and eyes are all things to keep in line when talking between genders. Men and women all have their differences with these characteristics of nonverbal communication, but is a great thing to try to master to show complete respect and maturity.