handshake etiquette for todays'interview
By gnomeland
@gnomeland (421)
August 16, 2010 11:12am CST
i have always been made aware that a firm handshake gets an interview off to a good start but sometimes feel funny about shaking another womans hand as i am not sure if a smile or pleasant 'hello' is more appropriate than offering my sword arm.is there official etiquette for such a situation?
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2 responses
@sender621 (14889)
• United States
18 Aug 10
I don't think it matters what gender your interviewer is. A firm handshake is still proper etiquette for beginning and ending a job interview. You can shake hands with a man or a woman. It would be a courteous thing to do.
@smartie0317 (1610)
• United States
16 Aug 10
I don't know. I have to say it depends on the situation. Are you applying for formal or more causal jobs? I notice when I am applying for more professional jobs, a handshake seems required. However, when I am applying for more causal, or part time work, a handshake doesn't seem require. Good luck on your job search. I'm still searching myself.
