Job Interview Body Language That Gets You Hired

[@andylacivita]

Folks, body language is sooooo important! Remember, the 7-38-55 rule is true! Lemme know whatcha need!!!

[@jeffnewman5249]

Andrew, Thank you for making these videos available for the general public. Please have the two spots by your left temple investigated. The vast majority of the time, they are harmless, but rarely they can be harmful. Jeff Newman

[@andylacivita]

@@jeffnewman5249 they are harmless and those were removed. 😂

[@cassiusnoel671]

i guess im randomly asking but does any of you know a method to log back into an Instagram account..? I was stupid lost the login password. I would appreciate any tricks you can give me

[@NoName-ny1bt]

So do we shake hands in covid times?

[@loranbolding8670]

Being a stay at home mom for so many years and working on my IT Certifications, I'm new at the interview process. Thank you for your videos

[@alexjeremiahgaming8915]

Hi loran i was in the same position as you i have a degree in IT and did not work for 2 years it has not been easy. I don't give up. Happy merry Christmas.

[@andylacivita]

You’re so welcome Loran! Great to have you!

[@drumstick74]

Hi Andrew! I watched this video yesterday, to prepare for a job interview today. Thanks to your pointers, I got the job on the spot, and they will send me a contract soon. I'm starting Aug. 1st. When the boss asked about my current salary, instead of giving him the specific figure, I just said "It is pretty low". -He then said what he paid, and it is around $500 more a month than I get now. To me, that's a significant payrise, so I want to thank you again for your excellent advice. 🤩

[@andylacivita]

Best of luck!

[@drumstick74]

@@andylacivita Thank you!

[@yb8524]

Other job coaches do not tell us what we don't already know, but Andrew you are the real deal!

[@andylacivita]

Yasmine Bey Yasmine! You are so welcome!!

[@damienford3587]

I love thise chairs in the room in the backgorund

[@andylacivita]

Thanks, they are so comfortable too!

[@Joules-rm5os]

Andy, you’re so articulate and smart and easy on the eyes. Amazing!

[@andylacivita]

thanks Joules!!!

[@yolandaa_dm1635]

thank you so much for this, l love the fact that you take us through practicals, your channel is unique with real life techniques.

[@andylacivita]

YOLANDAA_ DM glad you like my suggestions Yolandaa!

[@redlizardhair9423]

Love for you to update this video for the post COVID world and Zoom interviews :)

[@andylacivita]

Green, I have an entire covid playlist with updates and I also talk about this weekly at my live show on Thursdays!

[@davzen12]

Andrew, thank you a lot for all the precious guidances, your channel is such a hidden gem on KZbin. I’m waiting for the outcome of a interview yesterday, I will keep learning from you!

[@andylacivita]

Appreciate this Matthew and lots of luck. Hope you get a thumbs up 👍 for the interview!

[@amyalley1]

"Smile! It makes friends"......love this! :)

[@andylacivita]

😀

[@Authenticleatrice]

Thanks!

[@andylacivita]

Huge thank you for the SUPER thanks Leatrice!

[@JulieWalmsley]

Thank you for much. After WFH most of the time for the last 3 years I have terrible posture and probably some bad meeting habits too. Final interview at a conservative firm next week and you're helping me to prepare.

[@CathRas95]

Enjoyed this one. Great to know about looking at notes. I have always taken notes at an interview but never thought ot have notes my own.

[@andylacivita]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@symbian74]

"I'd love to shake your hand but considering the current situation and how everybody wants to be careful during these times, I think it would be best to avoid physical contact." would probably be an accepted response.

[@andylacivita]

Yes. For sure.

[@karentaylorsmells]

Whoah, “proper empathy face” - that is a top notch distinction Andy 🤛🏼

[@andylacivita]

😃👊👊👊👊👊

[@andylacivita]

Folks, body language is vital in all aspects of life, but especially when your new job is on the line! Enjoy this video on all the DOs and DON'Ts so the interviewers can't but help themselves to want to hire you! And, make sure to let me know what you need and also SUB to the channel so you don't miss the weekly videos and live shows!

[@leamitranierva]

Hi Sir, Good evening, I'm watching from Philippines.. Thank you very for this video.very helpful and informative. God bless!❤️❤️

[@andylacivita]

You’re so welcome Lea!

[@SpringismySeason]

Great info! I stopped the video so I could run out and pick up some index cards! I already picked up something I haven't been doing. Big interview Tuesday.

[@andylacivita]

😂 crush the interview. I’ll sign some of mine and mail them to you!!

[@johnnysmith6876]

Thanks for this Andy!

[@andylacivita]

You’re welcome Johnny!

[@BarbaraSikora-ej8om]

I had a video job interview. There’s three people. They started from asking questions for an hour. During this interview after answering question after question, I got so exhausted because it was like a roller coaster. I lost my focus and I’m not even sure if my body language, tone, etc was the was it supposed to be. When is enough or too much? When is the moment when interviewers go too far? Or maybe they ask unlimited questions for unlimited time? BTW. I love all your videos. Great job!! Thank you.

[@andylacivita]

Hang in there Barbara! I’m sure you did better than you think!

[@deintri]

I have to bow 🙇‍♂️ at my interview. Totally going to bring my notes.

[@andylacivita]

Good luck with the interview!

[@pedrogarces6876]

New follower! I appreciate your pointers and insight. I believe that with practice they are reasonable techniques to implement. I appreciate your content.

[@andylacivita]

Great to have you!

[@JKTruitt]

Do you have a video that covers body language via video conference?

[@andylacivita]

I don’t have one for that specifically, however, my general advice would be to be yourself. Use the same mannerism you would as if you were in person!

[@panyatrumpet]

Job Interview Body Language That Gets You Hired standing and smiling when greetings or shake hands speak and repeat their names positive tones your palms should be open as much as possible don't cross your arms lean forward while listening

[@damienford3587]

Moptre absolute Gold!

[@andylacivita]

Thank you so much!

[@kimngatran6271]

I have a job interview tomorrow morning, and this is such a great tip bonus. Thank you so much Andrew! I'm a fan and have been watching a lot of your videos on Interviews.

[@andylacivita]

Love to hear it Kim. Good luck tomorrow!

[@kimngatran6271]

@andylacivita Thankyou Andrew, but this is only a part time job. I just want to try out first to see if this job is right for me or not.

[@Sagar-oc3nw]

Thank you may God bless you

[@andylacivita]

You’re welcome!!

[@Sagar-oc3nw]

@@andylacivita I am trying to find a job after a long break, I don’t know how I will do it. Your positive energy is very helpful, I am trying to go through your other videos. Thank you once again God bless you.

[@Joules-rm5os]

Thank you so much Andy.

[@andylacivita]

You're welcome Joules!

[@elizabethjuliarobinson4115]

Fantastic guidance!

[@andylacivita]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@mrhollister8520]

Happy New Decade Andy! Thank you for the neat tips. I have an interview Monday. I'll keep ya posted!

[@andylacivita]

Same to you!

[@kiwonder1708]

Thank you! Happy Holidays.

[@andylacivita]

Naheed Arshad sane ti you Naheed!

[@OmarKhodr]

Gréât content as always Andy👏 🌟

[@andylacivita]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jasnajulija]

Excellent advice!! Thank you 🙏

[@andylacivita]

You're welcome!

[@SubhashKunnath1]

Extremely useful tips.

[@andylacivita]

Thanks Subhash!!

[@prok5234]

Happy Christmas Eve Andrew!

[@andylacivita]

Yue Kuang sane to you Yue!!

[@manpreetkaur-nh9ww]

Hi andy...Merry Christmas and thank you for your videos...I just want your help how to mention relocation in resume or cover letter or is it fine not to mention it there?

[@andylacivita]

Merry Xmas to you to Manpreet! I would check out my video on how to get and out of state job. I explain all this in that video!

[@sonbykedelion]

Thanks my master Andrew 🙏🙏🙏

[@andylacivita]

You’re welcome!

[@randomguy9113]

This is really great advice but one thing you missed that shouldn’t even need to be explained to anyone is that you should clean yourself up. Make sure you smell nice and look good almost as if you’re on a date. I had a roommate that would go to interviews with a really strong marijuana odour and he would wonder why they would never call him back. I partake as well but I would never even touch it if I had an interview that day. I would at least wait until after it’s done and I get home so I can relieve a bit of the stress and not overthink about what I did wrong too much

[@robertpickeral6954]

I am thankful I have found your channel and content. I have hope. I've just revamped my resume to your template and I'm excited to get it out there. My question, this single sentence (from this video) is powerful. Could this sentence appear on the resume itself? Or would the cover letter be a better location? Thank you!

[@andylacivita]

Hi there. I see you’re in the body language video. You mentioned single sentence. Can you clarify which single sentence you’re referring to and I’ll be happy to help!

[@jerryzaky740]

Thanks for your teachings. How much is this can be applied in a Video interview?

[@andylacivita]

All of it Jerry. Obviously not shaking hands. 😂

[@jorbu1423]

Smiling is actually the hardest part

[@andylacivita]

It's easier to smile than frown. Takes less muscles and energy. I hope you find your smile!

[@sergueikvittchastyi9294]

Andy, thank you so much! Now you have to put your mask on, eliminate handshakes, and redo this video again, according to today's situation:)

[@KnittingThreads]

Andrew, this is amazing (and relevant) content. Thank you!

[@rocking1313]

Take Notes when you are asked a question ! Ok to bring in notes and sin not to look at notes! Don't read from your notes... DON"T FORGET TO THANK YOUR PANEL...

[@Paddles27]

Hi Andrew, I have an important interview coming up but I have a facial disfiguration that's unsettling for interviewers...I know because I failed my last two for reasons related to lack of confidence. My face was wrecked only a couple of years ago...cancer so I know what its like to also be presentable and confident. I tend to glance down and away from my bad side and involuntarily cover it with my hand--it looks evasive. And my smile is more of a sneer because of the scars. Sorry about the gloomy message but I'm studying hard for this interview and this is the sticking point for me.

[@andylacivita]

John, I am sorry to hear this. Beating cancer is NOT a small accomplishment! I hope you realize this and can use it to fuel and inspire you. Take time to build your confidence in yourself, and with your interviewing prep. Do your best to not to hide, behind your hand, during the interview. Focus on you. If you are confident, it will help everyone in the room. Please check out this videos on, How to be Confident in Job Interviews: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6SQYnSHbLWIbtU I know you can succeed in getting a job you love. Go get 'em!

[@Paddles27]

@@andylacivita Thanks for the well wishes and speedy reply...its appreciated. I thought that maybe just saying my face is wrecked for such and such reason when I catch the stares at the start of the interview might be a way around it or is that risking bringing the mood down too much? I used to get through interviews just by having a glib tongue, a genuine desire to be liked and better than average technical knowledge but it seems this is not enough anymore.

[@karentaylorsmells]

@@Paddles27 You got this man.. and go with what you feel would be the right thing to say - as you say, mention the elephant in the room, front foot it, it makes you look confident - and will allow them to focus on what you say after that rather than get distracted with any self-talk where they might be asking themselves questions about you that are not related to your ability to do the job. Project warmth if you can by smiling when it’s natural to, and I think what Andy said, if you can project self-acceptance and confidence, that helps others accept us and be comfortable. Horrible that you have to do all this extra work for people, but in an interview situation, it’s probably just a fact of life. You got this dude, go get em, you will get there 🤛

[@Paddles27]

@@karentaylorsmells Thanks Karen for the considered comment. I guess for me the right thing to say is nothing just as I wouldn't ask a personal question to someone I just met. Smiling is risky too...comes across more like a sneer I've been told. Needless to say my interview didn't go well in spite of being better prepared than I ever have...the not very subtle clue was being asked if I'd pass a medical...

[@sakinamaryamkarim3567]

Sir, I just want say that if an Employer sees your condition and doesn't help you feel more comfortable in their presence that fault is their own. I worked in the online pick department in Walmart where I had regular customers with sever MS, one had a condition that caused him to twitch and have random outburst that he tried his best to control, some with facial displacements or purple bith marks all over their faces and arms, - and let me tell you! I would always make them feel extra comfortable in my presence while helping with their orders, If they had children or were married I make conversation about that, I always made sure they knew I viewed them beyond their condition physical that they had no control over. And because I tend to Stutter in my speach I'd always make jokes about me not getting words out and how I literally need someone to help me finish my sentences😄 they'd always laugh and reassure me I was doing great. You be confident about who you are and what you've Accomplished in your life! You smile from your own inner happiness and if they don't like how it looks on the outside that is their inhumane problem! Don't let something you had no control over make you loose confidence in your own abilities and achievements! It's a physical condition. Not one that represents who you are. And brother, from what I've been told I am an attractive woman, and I still failed plenty interviews because of my nervousness. I've been trying to get into finances for 5 years now! But I'm getting better! And you will too! I have an interview for an investment company coming up, and that's why I'm here 🙌 So hang in there! And keep going!

[@damienford3587]

You're right, that is a CRAZEEE shirt

[@andylacivita]

😂

[@dricoirving3236]

Polo needs to just sponsor the channel, nice Rugby shirt!

[@andylacivita]

That’s what I’m sayin!!

[@klownz666]

Is it okay to admit you are nervous? Is it okay to request to be shown around so you can see the job? I do retail/bench-hand joinery/security & shop fitting...... so talk on the go is way better for me/ interview on the go so I can see the tools, set-up, systems etc. Is that even a reasonable request to say "do you mind showing me around whilst we talk" or should I only answer questions?

[@lynnc9531]

Does this standing to greet etiquette hold true in a zoom virtual meeting? Usually people are already sitting down when the virtual meeting starts....is awkward to stand in a zoom meeting.

[@andylacivita]

A simple hello and a smile for zoom.

[@markp8600]

WFH - when I have an interview it is done remotely. How can one implement this action via Teams, Zoom, etc.?

[@brentwilliams3722]

What do you suggest instead of handshaking in these COVID-19 times. I just find it weird not to be able to shake hands when meeting people.

[@andylacivita]

Brent! How about it? Weird for sure. I find myself smiling and saying so great to meet you. It doesn’t feel the same but people get it.

[@OmarKhodr]

I would suggest saying the same expression similar to those who are unable to shake hands for the religious reasons 😉 we are unable to shake hands due to distance 🥳

[@matthumml]

Andy, thank you for the great advice! Would I apply rising, shaking hands, smiling and repeating names in a panel interview? I recently did a panel interview with 9 people and I felt inclined to do so, I was escorted in and sat down.. then they proceeded to introduce themselves some were sitting and one was getting coffee and one man I didn’t get his name... I wanted to ask him for the name so I could have all 9... then they asked me about myself... So I didn’t end up following through.. what would you have done?

[@miiiikku]

What should I be looking at in a video interview?

[@andylacivita]

Check out my videos about video interviewing. There are a couple on the channel.

[@hanifimohamed1258]

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[@kamaboko1]

What time and time zone are your Thursday office hour shows?

[@andylacivita]

kamaboko1 11 CST. Central time in the US.

[@vikashbansal6241]

Hi Andy. Does it matter in the interview if a person is not physically fit, I mean if a person is fat or something?

[@andylacivita]

Vikash Bansal it does not matter to me for sure!!

[@ooneto193110]

What about body language for an online interview?

[@lorderectus1849]

It’s a job in itself to get a survival job!

[@andylacivita]

It sure is.

[@orlandow1723]

Man that Coronavirus got me bumping elbows and throwing head nods...

[@Extrasolar84]

Do these shake hands rules still count in this Corona mess? Or do I ask them, you still shake hands in these times or? And what about wearing a mask? Should I ask him if it's OK to do this convo without mask?

[@andylacivita]

Kevin, this was shot Pre Covid of course. I would smile vs shaking hands and I’d wear the mask.

[@Extrasolar84]

@@andylacivita , thx for the quick response. I'll follow your advice. Definitely annoying that mask though, it's like a huge barrier in between people and hard to connect this way.

[@andylacivita]

@@Extrasolar84 Oftentimes, they will set far enough apart where you can remove it! Good luck!

[@Extrasolar84]

@@andylacivita THX Andrew! I got this

[@sthemabs8949]

Lol shaking hands ne, I once came across a lady who was interviewing me and I extended my hand for a hand shake, does she not look the other way and fold her hands.It was very akwwwward lol.

[@andylacivita]

Lololol. Remember. I shit this pre Covid.

[@suffragettesoul2687]

The US a country where the teachers "teach by example of not exposing themselves" and introduce assistants, substitutes or other guest speakers or any other speakers as "Mr. Initial of their last name". They also "nickname students of foreign origin with American names "to make it easy for everybody". Consequently, people grow mature being afraid of names. They may not be able to pronounce at first sight the other person's name right not even American to American name - for many reasons, the ultimate reason being the genetically shaped throat as a flute for the sounds of the native language. The lack of foreign language exposure or spelling bee aptitudes contribute. While subbing for five years in the US public school districts, as my way to "audit" how it is done here, I was told, often, that I was the first to pronounce correctly some names. The spark on the face of a 1st grader was identical to the spark on the face of a senior. While taking the attendance, each student would acknowledge to me this presence by the letter expressing the grade I got for pronouncing at the first sight the name - an innovative way to also delegate power. Amazingly, that experience enhanced their inner willingness to pronounce my five-syllables-foreign-last-name to the best of their ability. You wanna know how an A+!? Nodding is an American style. It made me a little dizzy to watch others doing it. If nodding is NOT internalized, it will appear mechanical.

[@yb8524]

I have a hard time breaking eye contact, and then interviewers think that's weird, I try to break it by looking at their mouth or just breaking it, is this ok Andrew?

[@andylacivita]

Yasmine Bey it is.

[@yb8524]

@@andylacivita Thank you Andrew, I wish you had 1 million subscribers already, I will tell all my friends, God Bless you you are a miracle

[@andylacivita]

Yasmine Bey thank you for the kind words!!

[@michaelpreston7654]

@andrewlacivita What body language cues should you be aware of for the new Video Conference interviews?

[@andylacivita]

It's oddly very similar to being in the same room with someone although pay extra special attention to their facial expressions (of course).

[@RTSchock]

With the current Corona Virus scare happening, what is your opinion or suggestion about shaking hands now?

[@andylacivita]

See the video I release today!

[@sosyalant]

Should I cross legs and look comfortable? or sit straight? I want my body language to tell them I am confident and relaxed about my capability to perform the position.

[@andylacivita]

I'm assuming your a woman. If you cross your legs, I'd do it at the ankles. You can also sit up straight. Either is good. Crossing at the knew can be misconstrued, especially if you're in a skirt. Good luck!

[@madia6521]

You are hilarious!!! great advice Andy…the Chicago twang keeps coming out in your tone…just sayin

[@andylacivita]

Rock on!

[@xlprop6687]

Now is Covid-19 times so no longer need for handshaking :-)

[@andylacivita]

So true.

[@xlprop6687]

@@andylacivita Thanks for all your great content. I wonder how many people around the world can actually praise you for getting into their next job. You have been a great help for me in the past and for sure in the future. Keep up the good work. I am looking to use your ideas in my next meeting in a few days so all weekend i'm in prep mode. Thanks again.

[@brentwilliams3722]

😁

[@Lia-hd7rh]

beating myself over not pronouncing their names because I was intimidated by the spelling of it and thought I'd botch them and offend them

[@moisescadetsaavedra9753]

how to smile when you have a mask ?

[@andylacivita]

Just smile. You can tell when somebody is smiling even when they have a mask on!

[@timoschneider7030]

If your culture doesn't allow you to shake hands, you shouldn't be applying for a job in a country where the culture is to shake hands! When in Rome....

[@andylacivita]

😂

[@SportsIncorporated]

pre-Covid. by the 10 min. mark you're ready for the United Nations.

[@andylacivita]

This was well before Covid. 😂