First Impression Job Interview Statistics

65% of hiring managers say that a dress code can be a deciding factor between two similar candidates.

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You only have seven seconds to make a strong first impression. (Forbes)

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67% of recruiters feel that eye contact is crucial to making a good impression. (Jobspin)

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71% of employers wouldn’t hire someone who doesn’t follow the appropriate dress code. (Inc)

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39% of the candidates leave a bad impression due to their overall confidence level, voice quality, or lack of a smile. (Jobspin)

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30% of hiring managers identified bad handshakes as a prominent reason why candidates might leave a bad impression. (Careerbuilder)

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First Impression Job Interview Statistics

65% of hiring managers say that a dress code can be a deciding factor between two similar candidates.

You only have seven seconds to make a strong first impression. (Forbes)

67% of recruiters feel that eye contact is crucial to making a good impression. (Jobspin)

71% of employers wouldn’t hire someone who doesn’t follow the appropriate dress code. (Inc)

39% of the candidates leave a bad impression due to their overall confidence level, voice quality, or lack of a smile. (Jobspin)

30% of hiring managers identified bad handshakes as a prominent reason why candidates might leave a bad impression. (Careerbuilder)

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