News, Applicants with a good, firm handshake stand a better chance of landing a job, study finds. (employed, claim)

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Job applicants with firm handshakes stand a far better chance of being hired, research reveals.

And a good, sturdy grip while holding eye contact can be even more beneficial for women, scientists claim.

Why applicants with a good, firm handshake stand a better chance of landing the job . . . especially women | Mail Online

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Originally Posted by John1960

Job applicants with firm handshakes stand a far better chance of being hired, research reveals.

And a good, sturdy grip while holding eye contact can be even more beneficial for women, scientists claim.

Why applicants with a good, firm handshake stand a better chance of landing the job . . . especially women | Mail Online

Well as a female, when I have job hunted, I always employed a firm handshake and eye contact, and I can tell you this.....there were times when I "didn't" get the job. So while I would say this is important to do, I do not believe it will get you the job.