Experienced interviewers will be looking at how candidates compose themselves, considering the following.

Posture - Sit up right, look keen & interested but not too wooden. If you lean back it may be seen as a casual attitude and, therefore that you are not interested in the job. It is, however, important to look and feel relaxed and, therefore, a compromise can be reached, as it would be wise to adopt a number of poses when either listening or talking.

Hands - Keep control of hands as they have a tendency to let people down at interview by almost having a mind of their own. It sometimes works to clasp hands lightly together but be careful when folding arms as this can sometimes be seen as someone being defensive and evasive. An open stance normally suggests that a more open and honest discussion will take place. Do not let your hands touch your face as this is a sign of nerves, just as playing with hair or fiddling with something like a pen or button etc may also be construed as nervousness and potentially a weakness.

Face - Maintain eye contact with the interviewer as this not only shows that you are interested in what is being said but also looked upon by some people as a strength of character, however, do not stare. It is important to smile and look as if you are enjoying the experience and also that you are enjoying meeting the interviewer. If you enjoy talking to them they are more likely to want to meet you again. A happy face is a positive one.