Presentation and Body Language

[Sofia Laren]

Wear what is appropriate for the post and the company. It may vary from smart, formal wear in some instances to very formal dress in others. Try and get an insight into what the company would expect from employees or through observation. What would be appropriate for a building company is very different for a public relations agency.
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Sofia Laren
Internet Marketing (http://www.drivenwide.com)

[Houston]

Hello here are the some of the tips of body language an it can be useful in your interview..
Eye contact, facial expressions, posture, movements, gestures.

Why is it useful?

It is natural and a part of communication.
to clarify meaning;
it is very visual
to vent nervousness
to maintain interest
to emphasize

The golden rule is "Be natural and relaxed!"

Positive body language

eye contact
to keep audiences' attention (Asian audience might feel aggressed.)
facial expressions should be natural and friendly:
raise eyebrows to show surprise -
open eyes wide -
squint your eyes -
curl your eyebrows

the hands
Lots of possibilities to emphasise, to enumerate.
to express sincerity or reflexion
Be conscious of what you do with your hands
If you are unhappy, hold notes or cards to occupy them
arm - movements back and forth to suggest flow.
Open arms to include or welcome ideas


body movement
to indicate a change of focus
keep audience's attention
move forward to emphasize
move to side to indicate a transition gesture
up and down head motions are movements to indicate importance or acknowledgement
pen or pointer to indicate part, place (on a transparency)
shrug shoulder to indicate I don't know or care

posture
stand straight but relaxed
(do not slouch or lean sideways)
Lean forward to emphasize however
No hands in pockets


Negative body language
Failing to make eye contact
Do not look at your notes all the time
Looking at the screen/board means your back is turned to the audience cutting contact
Don't stare, or look blankly into people's eyes
Avoid swaying back and forth like a pendulum
Avoid leaning against walls
Be aware of your nervous tics
Do not fold your arms like a barrier
While one hand in a pocket gives a very relaxed pose, both hands in pockets looks too casual and should be avoided

[webmaster]

nice tips

[sarah_9]

Hello,

Interview is a process to judge your over all personality, body language and presentation plays very important role, such aspects are very important and should be deal properly.


Regards,
sarah_9


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