Body language and its importance during Interview.

Body Language is one of the most important element of Non-verbal Communication. Also, referred to as Kinesics.

1. BODY LANGUAGE (KINESICS) PREPARED BY : VANALI PARMAR (PDP FACULTY) ICA EDU SKILLS PVT LTD.

2. Body Language: What is it? B ody L anguage is the unspoken element of communication that we use to reveal our true feelings and emotions. Our gestures, facial expressions and posture, for instance . Body Language is not just how we hold and move our bodies. But it is also, How we position our body Our closeness to space between us and other people Our facial expression and how our eyes move and focus How we touch ourselves and others. How our body connects with other non-bodily things, e.g., pens, spectacles, watch, clothes. Our breathing and other less noticeable physical effects e.g., our heartbeat and perspiration Body language may be used consciously or unconsciously. It may accompany a verbal message or serve as a substitute for  speech .

3. Importance Research shows that 55% of communication consist of body language. So , the effectiveness of professional life depends on how a person communicates through his or her body language . Through powerful body language, a person can motivate his/her subordinates, successfully carry out his/her business deals and meetings, maintain good relationship with the stakeholders, smoothly carry on with team members . Face To Face Communication

4. POSTURE By posture, we mean how a person stands, sits or move their body. A person sitting till the back of their chair, leans forward with their head nodding along with the discussion implies that they are open, relaxed and generally ready to listen. On the other hand, a person who has their legs and arms crossed with the foot kicking slightly implies that they are feeling impatient and emotionally detached from the discussion.

5. GESTURE Gestures may be made with the hands, arms or body and also include movements of the head, face and eyes, such as winking, nodding or rolling one’s eyes . A person who shows signs of openness is more acceptable and welcomed than a person with closed arms and cross gestures. Showing the palms of your hands with an open to read gesture is sure to add more credibility to your body language skills at work .

6. EYE CONTACT Eye contact is when two people look at each other’s eyes at the same time; it can indicate interest, attention and involvement. When addressing group of people, give them all eye contact to create better connection and see if they are listening. When a person makes very little eye contact, they might be feeling insecure or can be lying/hiding. Gaze : At examination hall, when the invigilator catches you peeping in other’s copy. Glance : Take a glance at the clock to see when the meeting/class will get over.

7. FACIAL EXPRESSION Facial expressions are an important channel of nonverbal communication. Faces are accessible “windows” into the mechanisms which govern our emotional and social lives . Facial expressions are very easily interpretable. The facial gestures can emote a lot of emotions through eyes, lips, eyebrows, cheek and chin.

8. BODY LANGUAGE DURING INTERVIEW: ‘SOFTEN’ S : Smile || To make a great impression, always wear a smile. O : Open Posture || Do not fold or cross your arms and legs. F : Forward Lean || While one sits, leaning forward could indicate a keen interest in the subject matter. T : Touch || A firm handshake sends indication that you are confident. E : Eye Contact || Make a good eye contact, do not stare. N : Nod || Nodding implies acknowledging the speaker.