The handshake is an important part of any interview. Whether
you realize it or not, it says a lot about your character and your potential as
an employee. In less than five seconds, an employer can learn things like whether
you're trustworthy, confident, competent, or whether you follow things through.
Always be ready to initiate or receive a handshake. Squarely face the other
person and extend your hand with your thumb always facing up and fingers out, until
you are web to web with the other person. Shake hands from the elbow firmly and
give two smooth pumps.
But there is much more to a handshake than a
tight grip and two pumps -- you also have to consider eye contact, posture and
body language. When you first meet someone, 55 percent of the first impression
is your appearance, your posture, whether you maintain eye contact, how you
dress, and how you shake hands. After that, 38 percent is how your voice
sounds, and only 7 percent is what you actually say. If you are at an event,
make sure to wear your name tag on your right so the person shaking your hand
can read the name tag. Try to avoid large rings and jewelry on your right hand
that could make handshaking awkward. After a strong handshake, your interview
is off to a great start!
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