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Assertiveness is a verbal communication style that shows an emplyer you are confident.

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In the early days, if we apply to a job, we will be straight away asked to attend an interview and if we fare up well, we are selected and if we don't, we have to look up for another one. This habit still continues.

Conducting interviews becomes an inevitable part of any recruitment process. So, basically, a candidate appearing for an interview is expected to answer all the questions posed while advertising themselves in order to be successful. But, it is easier to say than to demonstrate.

The articulation of our views along with our behavioural manners is the key to land ourselves comfortably on a job. It is said that, there are two prime aspects of communication in an interview, namely, Verbal and Non-verbal.

We shall now look at some exclusive tips concerning these two aspects, in a detailed manner so as to make others utilize them in their interviews.

Non-Verbal Communication in Interview:

Many of the scientific researchers conducted in the regard of interviewing for placements, it is found that the non-verbal communication plays a vital role.

Also known as, ' Paralingual communication ', this form of communication mainly concentrates on the body language that a person exhibits, say, the way of speaking, giving handshakes, facial expressions, cadences etc., which will reveal more about the persona of an individual. Let us now look at some of the tips that each candidate can use to impress the recruiters.

1. Say a Hello...!! first:

The first impression is always the best impression. So, please begin your interview session with a confident handshake and a pleasant 'hello' to everyone present. Your handshake should neither be too limp nor be too firm. Just the right amount with a bit of firmness will do.

Take your seat in a bold and in an upright manner, which will reveal the amount of self-confidence you have and will tilt the needles in favour of you.

Also, remember, never speak ill of your past companies or any other previous HR persons under whom you worked. This will create a bad image about you. Even if you don't glorify them, it is absolutely okay. But, never speak badly about them. Stay neutral. That will be the wise thing to do.

2. Groom yourselves well:

You don't need to spend hours in the salon or in a spa. But, you need to carry yourselves well throughout the interview. Avoid unpleasant smells and reeking odours.

Stay clean and neat by wearing a fresh, crisp shirt or a saree, use mild deodorants so as to avoid unnecessary sweat. Plan your outfit for the interview beforehand and dress yourselves accordingly.

3. Stay Calm, Look confident:

As said already, sit in an upright position throughout the interview and field out the questions asked, in a bold manner. Tilt your heads often from left to right, so all the jury members will be covered while you answer.

Make direct eye contact with the interviewers and if you don't know the answer to any question, say a polite no and the reasons behind your ignorance, if any.

Don't dodge any unknown questions or attempt a wrong answer. Also, never interrupt the interviewers while they are asking questions. Listen to them completely and if you do not understand any part of the question, please say so in a polite manner to them and ask them to kindly repeat.

4. Bring every essentials with you:

Every job interview needs a bit of essentials which they would have listed in particular. Some of the common things which each candidate should mandatorily have before an interview are:

Their own CV and cover letter

Previous work samples (if asked)

Notepad (in case if anything is to be noted down)

Relevant Degree certificates

Reference lists

Previous work accolades (if relevant).

Please either switch off your phone or put it in a silent mode, so that there will be no interruption from your side during the interview process. In case if the questions posed are a bit difficult, ask permission from the interviewees to note it down in your notepad and then start answering the questions.

5. Don't become nervous:

It is highly important to emote yourselves well with a dash of positive energy. Infuse a small amount of positivity in your answers and remain highly composed during the interview because if you tend to become nervous, you may do some out of the box gestures like clicking a pen, sipping water often, twirl the strands of your hair, lean towards the interviewer so that they can feel your breath or tap your foot and so on.

This will make the interviewers feel irritated and the last thing every company needs is a highly nervous employee who is unable to handle any complex situation.

At the end of the interview, make sure that you say a leaving ' Goodbye sir/mam ' along with another firm handshake before proceeding to go out of the room. Remember... the final image of yours should convey that you are here to stay and not to leave.

Verbal Communication in Interview:

We all communicate on a daily basis that is for sure. In order to be a highly successful person in today's world, possessing clear communication skills are essential for an individual. A lack of these abilities can be a great impediment and may generate anxieties reliant to the given situation.

Well-built and effective communication skills are treated as an essential commodity for every job. There is no use if you proclaim that you have excellent communication skills, you have to put it to good use during an interview. You have to efficiently articulate your viewpoints about an issue and should also know to express them in a concise manner, which is not an easy task.

This aspect of communication is known as 'Verbal communication' and cannot be extracted from any other interpersonal skills. Also, verbal communication is a two way communication process. Let us now look at some of the tips in this concern that each candidate can use to impress the recruiters.

1. Practice and Prepare your opening speech:

Yes... you heard it right..!! You have to adequately prepare yourselves for an interview beforehand. Analyze every aspect of the job and find out the possible questions that can be asked and prepare accordingly.

Discuss your shortcomings and advantages with like-minded friends and practice your opening speech often so that there will not be any glitch during the D-day.

Avoid clichés and ask your friends to question you often about the preparations so that you will know where you lack and where does your forte lay. Kindly ask them to provide honest reviews about you by conducting mock interviews and asking difficult questions so that you will know how to tackle one if asked in the real interview.

2. Be crisp and precise:

Always frame your responses and answers in the Question-Action-Remedy format (QAR format). This will enable you to brief the question asked and will make you go to the next step of describing the appropriate action that can be taken alongside the remedial measures to implement it in order to avoid the problem.

Also, this method will not make you lose track of the current problem and will project you as a responsible and a mature person. Explain everything well within the stipulated time in a simple yet concise manner.

Avoid complex jargons while speaking. Especially, when the interviewer is perceived to be a pioneer in your field and if you use complex terminologies replete with mistakes, it can turn out to be embarrassing.

3. Do not waste the interviewer's time:

Always remember the point that you are one among the many candidates who need to be interviewed, from the interviewer's point of view. Obviously, the interviewer can allot only a fraction of the whole time period.

So, frame your answers to the point and tell your answers pertinent to the given situation. Any unnecessary blabbering will waste both your and the interviewer's time and will only build unnecessary frustration. Let your voice be full of confidence. Say a polite 'No' to the unknown questions.

4. Behave well and carry your manners with you:

Please begin your interview session with a confident handshake and a pleasant 'hello' to everyone present. Sit in an upright position throughout the interview and field out the questions asked, in a bold manner. Tilt your heads often from left to right, so all the jury members will be covered while you answer.

If you don't know the answer to any question, say a polite no and the reasons behind your ignorance, if any. Don't dodge any unknown questions or attempt a wrong answer. Also, never interrupt the interviewers while they are asking questions. Start presenting your answers after they complete the question and devise your answers so that it suits their needs well.

5. Exemplify your skills:

In this ' man eats man ' world, even if you are worthy enough for the job you need to advertise yourself. Only sheer marketing will sell you as if you don't, there are many persons ready to take up your job with the right amount of marketing ability.

So, during the whole interview process, emphasize your skills (be it interpersonal or technical or managerial or adaptability or everything together) often in the right places. This will only tell them that you are the right person to be hired.

Even if every skill of yours is present duly on the file you gave for their perusal, you should vocalize them perfectly but in a subtle manner.

6. Be positive:

It is exceedingly important to emote yourselves well with a dart of optimistic energy. Suffuse a small amount of optimism in your answers and remain highly composed during the interview.

Focus your answers on the positive dimensions of the question rather than saying that the said strategy will not work out. Even if it is so, explain the alternative measures that can be done or any changes that can be inserted for rectification along with your adaptability measures. This will send them a loud and a clear message that you are the right person to be hired.

7. Make the interview interactive:

As said before, verbal communication is a two way communication process. You are not only being interviewed, but you are also in turn getting to know more about the company.

So, ask relevant questions about the company but before that do some ground work in order to familiarize yourselves with the background and work culture of the company. This will also exhibit your interest of knowing more about the company to them.

So, that pretty much makes up the end of my list. The word communication stands for "a process by which individuals exchange information through common systems, symbols, or behaviour based signs, formal documents and verbal." (Courtesy: Merriam-Webster). If you prevent these common mistakes and break the stereotypes, I am sure that you can grab whatever job you desire and wherever you go for the interview.

Conclusion:

Basically, you would have by now realized that preparing for an interview needs utmost skill and care. First time impressions are more important and play a vital role in determining the fate of a person (i.e.) whether one gets a job or not. Excellent answers along with impeccable manners only will fetch the job. There are many others, apart from the ones listed above, but these are frequently used and widely regarded ones.

So, please prevent these mistakes in the first hand itself and ensure properly that you get the desired job in the desired place. Both verbal and non-verbal forms of communication are important for a candidate and have equal importance in terms of necessity.

No matter what is the point you need to express, its triumph depends on how efficient you are able to get it from the beginning to the end and for which these tips will help you through.

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Positive verbal communication is the use of speaking skills that help you present the best aspects of yourself in the context of the job for which you are applying. When combined with positive nonverbal communication, such as smiles, upright posture and a firm handshake, a job candidate can leave an excellent impression on the hiring managers with whom they interviewed. In this article, we provide examples of positive verbal communication skills to show best practices for an interview setting.

Types of verbal communication for interviews

The way you speak to the person who is interviewing you will set the tone for how you are perceived throughout the interview, and if you get the position, during your tenure at the company. Here are some aspects of verbal communication that can help candidates present a positive impression during a job interview:

Using appropriate pitch and volume

Speaking tone and volume can help create a positive first impression. Maintain a medium volume, not loud enough to be perceived as irritating or arrogant and not soft enough to be viewed as timid. A pleasantly pitched voice of medium volume can show an understanding of the situation and etiquette and will show that you are comfortable in your surroundings while respecting the gravity of the situation.

Active listening skills

To speak well, it is first important to listen well. Make sure you pay close attention to the words of the interviewer and stay focused on their words rather than on the room or noises coming from outside. You can show you are listening by nodding, smiling or by the use of words and phrases such as, "I see," or "That's interesting," or "I'll definitely note that point." You can also write any interesting points that you may want to refer to later.

Responsiveness

Good conversation will carry back and forth between interviewer and interviewee. If the interviewer makes a suggestion. that shows that they may want you to interject, do so even if the sentence wasn't phrased as a question. If the interviewer pauses, then take your cue and pick up the thread of conversation. Here's an example:

Hiring manager: "Your last work experience seems to be an unusual choice for you."

Candidate: "Yes, it was the first time I had worked for a museum or large research facility such as the Brampton Aquarium & Research Center. As you can see from my resume, my previous work experience had always been with pet stores, but I had always enjoyed the educational aspect of my job and thought I would find more of that at the museum. While I did greatly enjoy my time cleaning the tanks, I missed the interactions with customers-particularly with children looking to buy their first pet! I learned a great deal about the care of aquatic life at the research center, and now I'm happy to pass that knowledge along to my customers at Tropical Fish Stores."

Being clear and concise

Keep your answers to the point. Be clear and direct with your questions and your answers, even if you are asked a question that encourages an in-depth response. Aim to express yourself with the fewest words you can. For example:

Hiring manager: "It seems like you only stayed at the play area supervisor job for four months. That's a pretty short time, especially compared to all your other jobs. Can you tell me what happened here?"

Candidate: "Sure. I took the job while I was looking for assistant teaching positions right after I had moved to Miami. One suddenly opened up at a preschool very close to my home. My supervisor at the play area was understanding, and I filled in on weekends and evenings until she was able to find my replacement."

Be honest about your strengths and weaknesses, but discuss how you're trying to improve. This strategy can provide a clear understanding of what you're capable of and what you may need additional training on when you are hired. For example:

Hiring manager: "I see that you've always worked the sales floor before, but this job we are interviewing you for is more of a backroom position. You won't be out with the customers, you'll be restocking shelves and bringing sizes to the sales team. Are you comfortable with that?"

Candidate: "I really enjoy customer interaction and the back and forth of helping them find the perfect pair of shoes. I would love to do that again. But I also love shoes, and I don't mind spending my time surrounded by them in the back room. I have always hoped to work at this company, and if I have to start in the stock room, I will do my best at it."

Using humor

Humor serves many purposes, such as putting people at ease, reducing tension, allowing people to make connections and cheering people up. It also acts as a bridge in allowing someone to bypass formalities to get to know you better. Using light humor during an interview can be a helpful form of verbal communication, but it should be done sparingly. Humor in an interview should pertain to matters at hand.

It is also wise to take the hiring manager's lead when it comes to using humor. If they start joking with you, you can also follow with a light-hearted sentence or two. However, if the interviewer presents a more serious approach, it is wise to follow suit.

Being polite

Good manners are always a wise policy to use. Use greetings when you arrive and when you leave and introduce yourself to everyone in the room if there is more than one interviewer. Accept water or coffee if it is being served to everyone, but decline if you are offered but no one else is drinking anything. Apologize if you accidentally interrupt someone while speaking and acknowledge others' statements. When you leave, make sure you thank everyone in the room for their time. Examples of phrases you can use include:

When you arrive:
"Good morning. Thank you so much for this opportunity." "Hello, I'm Ella McBride. It's nice to meet you."
During the interview:
"Pardon the interruption." "I'm sorry; please continue."
After the interview:
"Thank you for this opportunity." "I appreciate your time." "I look forward to speaking with you again soon."
Asking questions

If you are allowed to do so, ask questions to the interviewer. Doing this not only will help you collect more information about your potential employer, but it will also show your genuine interest. For example:
"I understand that your company takes part in volunteer activities regularly. When is your next volunteer project, and what charity are you working with?" "Earlier, you mentioned opportunities to create a larger social media presence for the company. Is that something you are planning to outsource, or is it something that could be added to this position?"

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Positive verbal communication is the use of speaking skills that help you present the best aspects of yourself in the context of the job for which you are applying. When combined with positive nonverbal communication, such as smiles, upright posture and a firm handshake, a job candidate can leave an excellent impression on the hiring managers with whom they interviewed.

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After you've landed a job interview, chances are you spend a lot of time preparing for the questions that may be asked and the answers you'll give. But remember nonverbal communication is just as important as what you'll say.

Consider: Many studies show people form their first impressions on others based 55% on body language and only 7% based on actual verbal content.

During an interview, managers will be listening to what you're saying, but they'll also be reading your body language. Subtle nonverbal cues like hand gestures, eye contact, and facial expressions reveal a lot about how you're feeling.

The goal is to use positive body language and gestures to give the impression you're calm, relaxed, and confident. Projecting this strong image can go a long way in lending credibility to what you're saying during the interview.

Based on Empire Resume's study of nonverbal communication, here's what you need to know for an upcoming job interview:

Basics of Nonverbal Communication

When people talk about communication, we often think about the verbal kind - what's being said. But there's much more to interpersonal communication than the words we say, especially during a job interview.

Nonverbal communication includes signals like facial expressions, the tone and pitch of voice, body language gestures, and the physical distance between the people communicating.

This wide range of nonverbal signals provides additional information and context during conversations that adds meaning to what's being said.

Nonverbal cues can sometimes be even more important than what we say. These cues can reinforce, or contradict, what's said in words. For example, when someone shrugs their shoulders and says, "I'm fine," it probably signals they're not feeling fine at all.

The nonverbal types of communication are often the best indicator of someone's emotional state. We can usually tell how someone is feeling based on things like their facial expressions and tone of voice.

It's important to remember people generally have less control over nonverbal communication than the verbal kind. This is because nonverbal communication is largely driven by emotions and instincts.

Keep this last part in mind during your interview. How you're feeling will most likely determine the nonverbal cues you give to the manager. For example, if you're feeling nervous and not very confident, you'll be more likely to fidget and avoid eye contact.

Empire Resume reminds you that adequately preparing for the interview and using relaxation techniques can build confidence and a sense of ease which, in turn, will lead to positive nonverbal cues more naturally.

Nonverbal Do's and Don'ts

Your nonverbal cues will make a lasting impression during your interview. If you slouch and your appearance is messy, the chances are you probably won't get the job.

Make sure you're dressed professionally for your interview, you're neatly groomed, and don't overdo perfume or aftershave. Be friendly while waiting in the lobby and be patient and don't kill time by playing with your phone.

During the interview, make eye contact with the hiring manager for a few seconds at a time, which displays confidence. Smile and nod (at appropriate times) while the manager is talking, but don't overdo it.

Keep an even tone of voice while you're talking, and don't speak too loudly or quietly. Also, pay attention to your posture. Don't slouch - instead, relax and lean forward a little toward the manager, which shows him or her you're interested and engaged in the conversation.

As for posture, also don't lean back, as this will make you seem too relaxed and casual. Pay close attention while the manager is speaking and practice active listening skills. It's also smart to take occasional notes, which can help when you get a chance to ask questions at the end of the interview.

Stay calm while answering difficult questions. Try to keep your emotions in check and don't show anger or frown, even if asked about something particularly difficult, like a previous job where you had been laid off or fired.

Poise, Interest, and Expressiveness

So many of our nonverbal communication cues are unconscious, and we can be unaware of our tendencies. That's why Empire Resume always recommends doing mock or practice interviews so you can work on nonverbal (and verbal) communication.

A friend, family member, or career coach can analyze and correct less than positive nonverbal signals during mock interviews. You could even record the practice interviews and look over the video together.

Paying closer attention to nonverbal communication won't just help during the job interview. These subtle forms of communication are always important in life and the workplace. Learning how to appear more relaxed and confident will help during the interview and during daily interactions in the office once you land a job.

Empire Resume recommends focusing on three specific things to convey during the interview: poise, interest, and expressiveness.

You'll want to appear poised, as in confident and comfortable. People who display this quality can control nervous tics and behaviors and look like they're ready to take on the world. The more practice you get at job interviews, the more you'll be able to naturally look poised.

It's also important to verbally and nonverbally express your interest in the job. From a nonverbal standpoint, this means you should never look disinterested by yawning, slouching, or looking bored. Make an appropriate level of eye contact during the interview, lean forward to look engaged, and be attentive to what the manager is saying.

Finally, be expressive in a positive way with your nonverbal cues. This means demonstrating excited energy while speaking and answering questions, smiling, and generally appearing cheerful.

The Natural Solution for Good Nonverbal Cues

Nonverbal communication such as body language, posture, and facial expressions are important during your job interview. But remember there's no magic recipe for success in this area. The key is to act natural and appear confident, relaxed, and interested in the job, the company, and the interviewer.

Most of our nonverbal cues are triggered by our emotional states so, while it's possible to appear poised when you're super-nervous, you should also work on calming your nerves so you can naturally feel and appear relaxed.

Take the time to prepare for your interview by researching the company and the questions you may be asked. Also, practice good self-care by getting a good night's sleep and eating a healthy breakfast before you leave.

Bottom line: Know the basics of positive nonverbal communication for job interviews, but keep in mind that the more prepared you are and the more confident you are in yourself, the more likely you'll naturally exude confidence and express positive body language, facial expressions, etc.

Maria Gold is a Content Manager/Writer for Empire Resume. She is dedicated to helping educate and motivate people with the latest career articles and job search advice. Her interests range from writing to programming and design. She is also passionate about innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology.
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