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Use a firm handshake to get jobs, not germs
With the job market so tight, networking is more important than ever – which means that there's a whole lot of handshaking going on!
June 28th is National Handshake Day – a good time to take stock of whether your handshake represents you at your best. One that is too aggressive or too limp will give people the wrong impression about you.
Here's how to do it properly:
- Extend your right arm at a slight angle across your chest, thumb pointing upward.
- Next, lock hands with the other person, thumb joint to thumb joint, and firmly clasp the other person's hand.
- Gently pump that person's hand two to three times and then let go. No squeezing, finger crushing or lingering holds!
The downside of all this handshaking is the opportunity to transmit germs from one person to another. Be very aware of keeping your hands away from your eyes or your mouth, warns Nancy Bock, Vice President of Education at The Soap and Detergent Association. She also suggests keeping a hand sanitizer or packets of handwipes in your desk or your briefcase for convenient hand cleaning. Just be sure the person whose hand you just shook doesn't see you sanitizing your hands – it'll destroy the good impression your handshake gave!
When you have the chance, head to the restroom for some soap-and-water treatment. This means washing your hands for at least 15–20 seconds, using soap and warm running water. For added protection, turn off the faucet with a paper towel. Dry your hands with an air dryer or clean paper towel. Use a paper towel to open the bathroom door; dispose of it in a trash bin outside the door.
Check out common sense hand hygiene tips, posters, brochures and other educational materials on SDA's website, at www.cleaning101.com/handhygiene.
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