11 body language mistakes that will make you seem dishonest in a job interview

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We all know the story. Whenever everyone's favorite deceptive marionette told a lie, his wooden nose grew. Obviously, humans never have as dramatic a tell as Pinocchio. Still there are certain physical cues that can tip us off when someone is lying.

Those indicators can be quite helpful when you're dealing with a sneaky individual. However, they also pose a bit of a problem for others. When it comes to making a first impression, these cues can be really damaging for someone who's completely trustworthy and just has a few bad body language habits.

And if there's anywhere you definitely don't want to come across as a liar, it's a job interview.

To avoid coming across as a liar, here are a few body language blunders to avoid in job interviews:

Biting your lip

In an article for The Huffington Post, dentist Thomas P. Connelly revealed that biting your lower lip or inner cheeks is an anxious habit. Your interviewer might read this as a possible sign of deceit.

Changing your head position quickly

Moving your head rapidly when someone asks you a question indicates that you have something to hide, FBI consultant and body language expert Dr. Lillian Glass writes in her book "The Body Language of Liars." 

Covering your mouth

This could indicate you're reluctant to answer a certain question, according to a LinkedIn post by investigative services provider Empire Investigations.