BODY LANGUAGE FOR ONLINE INTERVIEWS (Zoom, Google Meet)
Do:
- Sit straight and centered in the camera
- Maintain eye contact by looking at the webcam, not screen
- Keep your hands visible in the frame occasionally
- Use head nods and facial expressions to show attentiveness
Don’t:
- Slouch or keep webcam too low/high
- Look distracted (checking phone or multitasking)
- Keep hand on chin or face all the time
- Practice online body language using Zoom recordings before the real interview.
AT THE END OF THE INTERVIEW
Do:
- Say:
“Thank you for your time, Sir/Madam. It was a pleasure speaking with you.” - Smile gently and make eye contact
- Stand up slowly and confidently
- Leave the room with calm steps and proper posture
Don’t:
- Rush out or turn your back too quickly
- Look disappointed or overly excited
- Forget to thank them
Bonus: What Recruiters Notice in Body Language
| Trait | What They Observe |
|---|---|
| Confidence | Eye contact, posture, steady voice |
| Honesty | Calm facial expressions, open hands |
| Interest | Active listening, nodding, slight forward lean |
| Nervousness | Tapping, shaky voice, looking away |
| Arrogance | Over-leaning, loud tone, crossed arms |
Practice Tips:
- Do mock interviews in front of a mirror
- Record yourself and correct posture or voice issues
- Practice hand gestures when explaining your project or skills
