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Interview Body Language Mistakes (Non-Verbal Cues)

Oct 3, 2026 by Sarah Jenkins

Your Body Speaks Before You Do Here’s something most candidates don’t realize: interviewers form their first impression within seven seconds of meeting you. And most of that impression comes from your interview body language mistakes, not your words. I’ve been interviewing candidates for over twelve years. Last month, I watched a highly qualified software engineer … Read more

Interview Body Language When Asking Questions (Confidence)

Jan 29, 2026Jan 4, 2026 by Sarah Jenkins

Why it matters: Strong questions can backfire if your nonverbal signals look closed, nervous, or mismatched to your words. Eye contact rules: Use natural 3 to 5 second contact with brief breaks, avoid staring or avoiding, and adapt to panels, video calls, and cultural norms. Posture and presence: Sit upright with a slight forward lean, … Read more