12 body language tricks to use during a job interview

Just as what you say during an interview helps communicate your fit for the job, so too does your body language.

"Body language can have a big impact on the way you're perceived by others, especially at work," Rosemary Haefner, chief human resources officer for CareerBuilder, previously told Business Insider.

"It can seem silly but there are psychological reasons behind it, so thinking about how you're carrying and expressing yourself at the office shouldn't be forgotten," she said.

While there are plenty of body language don'ts to worry about - fidgeting, for example, makes you look nervous and weak - you can also use non-verbal communication to your advantage.

Here are 12 tricks to keep in mind during your next interview: