Make a strong first impression. Body language can account for as much as 90 percent of first impressions. When you’re looking for a job, your body language can make or break that first interview. Here are some tips for making a winning first impression and getting asked back.

First, don’t sit down while you wait for your interviewer to come and greet you. Instead, stand and wait or sit on the arm of a chair. That way you won’t be in an awkward position where you have to stand and gather yourself and your belongings in an odd sort of shuffle.

When your interviewer arrives, make eye contact, raise your eyebrows slightly in acknowledgment, smile, and then shake hands firmly.

During the interview, make eye contact when listening to show your interest, but don’t stare. Sit up straight in your chair instead of slouching, and when you’re done, leave strong by giving a good, palm-to-palm handshake.