11 body language mistakes that will make you seem dishonest in a job interview

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Do you come across as dishonest?

We all know the story. Whenever everyone's favorite deceptive marionette told a lie, his wooden nose grew. Obviously, humans never have as dramatic a tell as Pinocchio. Still there are certain physical cues that can tip us off when someone is lying.

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Those indicators can be quite helpful when you're dealing with a sneaky individual. However, they also pose a bit of a problem for others. When it comes to making a first impression, these cues can be really damaging for someone who's completely trustworthy and just has a few bad body language habits.

And if there's anywhere you definitely don't want to come across as a liar, it's a job interview.

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To avoid coming across as a liar, here are a few body language blunders to avoid in job interviews: