Immediately following the interview, review, elaborate on, and clarify your notes as necessary. Practice Using and Interpreting Body Language. Nonverbal communication, or body language, can easily be misinterpreted, so you should try to use gestures and movements that are likely to be interpreted positively. Also, be aware of the applicant's nonverbal pattern. Encourage the Applicant to Talk.
Some applicants have no trouble talking about themselves.
Others, however, need to be drawn out. Using positive body language yourself will encourage the applicant to talk. In addition, periodically summarizing what the applicant has said or repeating part of his or her most recent statement often encourages an applicant to provide additional information. Practice Effective Questioning Techniques. Hypothetical and open-ended questions will yield the most valuable information during an interview.