We all know the statistic about it only taking a matter of seconds to form a first impression, so take advantage by setting the right tone for the interview with your body language. “Walk into the interview with confidence as if you belong there,” suggests Wanic. “Keep your posture open, smile and maintain eye contact from the beginning.”

The equivalent for online interviews is ensuring that your camera and microphone are on (to avoid the dreaded ‘I think you’re on mute’ moment), keeping your background professional and greeting your interviewer with a smile. “Introduce yourself clearly to create a confident and assertive first impression, as the interviewer may not be familiar with your background or may not have all your information readily accessible,” says Wanic.

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