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Body language is a form of non-verbal communication, and it is vital to communicate effectively in a job interview.  During an interview, you will inadvertently give out non-verbal cues, and those can make more of an impact than the words you use. Confidence is typically conveyed through body language, as is your stress level. An employer will get a sense of your personality and how you perform under pressure by gauging your body language.So, how can you ensure you are conveying the right messages?  ...

As a recruitment and communications strategist, part of my role is to enable candidates to come across as authentic and professional in interviews……. ...

Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, job interviews can be daunting. A careless or inappropriate comment could cost you the opportunity. Andrew Morris, Managing Director, Greater China, Robert Half International, offers some useful guidance on what not to say to a hiring manager during an interview. ...

Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, job interviews can be daunting. A careless or inappropriate comment could cost you the opportunity. Andrew Morris, Managing Director, Greater China, Robert Half International, offers some useful guidance on what not to say to a hiring manager during an interview. ...

Salary negotiations – often the final stage of the interview process – can also be one of the most uncomfortable, writes Katharine de Vaal. ...

The business of following up after a job interview should begin before you leave the interview, by asking the company when they expect to make a hiring decision, writes Walter Ellicott. ...

It’s true you should polish your shoes on the day of your interview, but what other basic elements should you consider? ...

Securing a job interview can often be very tough, so once an interview has been confirmed, there are some simple steps you should follow to maximise your chances of getting that all-important job offer, writes Walter Ellicott. ...

In the final part of this series, we look at more strategies companies can use to make sure they hire ethical … ...

If your résumé has landed you a face-to-face job interview, you need to be able to sell yourself to the interview … ...