When job candidates go on interviews it can be a very scary experience especially if you're a recent law school graduate looking to land your first big job.  Most job candidates are pretty rehearsed on what they will say, their job qualifications and what they will tell the company about the value they can add to the firm.  But there is one thing that many new job candidates overlook--a powerful handshake.  A handshake can tell an employer a lot about a potential job candidate.  A handshake that is too soft can send the message that an job candidate is timid and shy, while an overpowering handshake may indicate a domineering personality.  The best impression that a job candidate can give an employer with his/her handshake is that he/she is a warm and friendly person.  So let's look at a few tips that can help you leave a good impression with the proper handshake.

1.    Make sure your handshake is firm but not crushing.
2.    Make sure your hands are clean.  If you ate before coming to the interview, wash your hands thoroughly before coming to the interview.
3.    Avoid giving the interviewer a sweaty handshake.  We know you're nervous, so if your hands are sweaty give them a quick swipe against your trousers or skirt before shaking hands with the interviewer.
4.    Make sure you have the attention of the interviewer before you extend your arm for a handshake.