Top 5 Nervous Gestures to Avoid in Job Interviews

May 27, 2024, 10:29 IST

Mukul Sharma

Fidgeting

Don’t tap the pen or twiddle your fingers on the table. That makes you look like somebody with lesser attention span.

Touching Your Face

This too is a sign of impatience. Avoid that.

Crossed Arms

This is a gesture that makes you look arrogant or defensive. Avoid this one too.

Too Many Hand Gestures

This is a sign of hurriedness; the one that you must avoid.

Slouching

This shows a lack of respect for the decorum in general. The one you must avoid.

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