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Okay, this may sound like a dumd question, but I was taught that "No questionis a dumb question" by my 1st year chem prof, so here it goes...

When you have an interview with a panel, do you shake each of their hands before and aftre the interview?

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Go with hugs
 
I did when I had my panel interview; however, my interviewers got up from the table both before and after the interview for introductions and goodbyes, so that made it easier to decide. :D
 
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No. High fives all around.
 
These comments are great! Sometimes I LMAO reading SDN!!!
 
I don't think it will make much of a difference. If you're so worried, shake hand before and after. Shaking hands has never hurt anyone...except when...ahh, you don't need to hear that story.
 
Do your best impression of Bobby Knight and slap them on their ass for their hard work.
 
Ill give a serious answer. YES shake their hands. Be polite.
 
Ok, I'm resisting every sarcastic urge I have and it's taking a lot of willpower, but here goes:

Start of interview: "Hi Dr. X, I'm Bob McNervous." (shake hands, exchange, "good to meet-you's," etc. MAKE EYE CONTACT.

End of interview: Get up, shake hands, make eye contact again, say "thank you, Dr. X." Leave. Jump up, click your heels together and yell, "nailed it!"

On second thought, omit that last part. That's about it.
 
Yes. Usually they'll make it easy for you because they expect (from my experience at Emory).
 
When I first read the title of this thread, I thought the OP meant shaking hands that result from nervousness!! :laugh:
 
senioritaelena said:
Okay, this may sound like a dumd question, but I was taught that "No questionis a dumb question" by my 1st year chem prof, so here it goes...

When you have an interview with a panel, do you shake each of their hands before and aftre the interview?

Thnaks
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Absolutely shake hands.
But you will learn that in fact, contrary to what your chem prof suggested, in life there are many dumb questions. Try not to ask them during the interview.
 
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WHat schools give panel interviews?? Thus far I have not heard of any?
 
Weird story... In my last interview when I first met my interviewer I put my hand out there for my interviewer to shake and he didn't want to shake my hand, it felt horrrrrrrrrible. Even though he said something about how he had a cold or something, it didn't make it feel any better. I just didn't feel welcome and comfortable during the whole interview. I waived him good bye, I'll let you guys know if I got in or not.

If you can shake, please shake the hand :thumbup:.
 
I interviewed with a woman who had a degenerative disease in her hands and had wrist braces on. When I walked in I introduced myself, but did not make the effort to shake her hand out of respect for her condition. At the end of the interview I made a similar gesture. This was awkward for me because it was a decision I made on a whim, but honestly I feel like she may have turned down the hand shake probably if I had offered it.

Other than this scenario I have shaken hands and kissed feet and... and...
 
Try the 'top-gun'; I heard it works well.
 
I like to squeeze the hand of my interviewer into I feel a crack or they pull away. It shows that i could have crushed him if I wanted to.
 
Law2Doc said:
But you will learn that in fact, contrary to what your chem prof suggested, in life there are many dumb questions. Try not to ask them during the interview.
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Brilliant :laugh:
 
What about Asian style? Bowing.
 
the kiss on each cheek approach can also work
 
Screw it, just give em one of these:

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LMAO! I love this thread. :laugh:

FYI - If you do shake hands, make sure you have a firm grip, and double pump

I have a bad feeling about this thread going down the wrong path :scared:
 
Topspin82 said:
LMAO! I love this thread. :laugh:

FYI - If you do shake hands, make sure you have a firm grip, and double pump

I have a bad feeling about this thread going down the wrong path :scared:
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I never really got into the double-pump mentality, and was always taught to gently cup the other's genitals and administer a double-squeeze. That way they've got something to look forward to should they accept you.
 
PugMD said:
I never really got into the double-pump mentality, and was always taught to gently cup the other's genitals and administer a double-squeeze. That way they've got something to look forward to should they accept you.
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hahaha:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

to the OP..ask yourself this question: what would borat do?
 
lina123321 said:
hahaha:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

to the OP..ask yourself this question: what would borat do?
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Let me answer this for him - he'd bring out a brown paper bag full of his $hit, plop it on the table, and say "bery niiice." :D great movie.
 
don't feel confined to social norms by limiting your options to a mere handshake! nay, consider other options so that you can make an indelible mark on your interviewer(s)...

1. a deep, from-the-waist, bow, like dirk diggler did at the porn awards in Boogie Nights

2. a fist-bump - nothing says "peace, dawg" quite like a fist bump. just beware that you may go in for the single straight-ahead bump, but they may be thinking up-down-forward, 3-part, bump

3. chest bump - can you imagine anything else cutting the tension in a room than this? especially if you have to vault yourself over a desk!

4. elbow bump - like the Bash Brothers in the '80s, though they may think you're on 'roids

5. just electric slide your way out of the room. they'll be so mesmerized that they'll forget that you didn't bother to shake their hand

6. double kisses on the cheek - not sure about medicine, but that's how they do it in the paper business (wink, wink)

good luck! let us know what works and what doesn't!
 
Yes, shake their hands. And then if you really want to make an impression, pull out your antibacterial handwipe and sponge down. Offer them one, too. ;)
 
lilold3chordme said:
2. a fist-bump - nothing says "peace, dawg" quite like a fist bump. just beware that you may go in for the single straight-ahead bump, but they may be thinking up-down-forward, 3-part, bump
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I hate this confusion! No one should ever do the second one unless it's a joke, IMO.
 
I'd start in with the hug and quickly transitioning into an all-wrist ass pat. Not too firm, but simply remind them who their daddy is.
 
OP, if you haven't already reached this conclusion based on the responses that you've received, your chem prof was WRONG.
 
mlaza252 said:
I'd start in with the hug and quickly transitioning into an all-wrist ass pat. Not too firm, but simply remind them who their daddy is.
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Ass-pats are so last millenium. Everyone knows you give them a "credit-card" to show you care.
 
You are all forgetting the two most important handshakes. First the dead fish. Lay your cold hand out infront and when they shake, do no use the thumb...just leave it tucked against your palm. This will make them feel like they are eating your hand with their hand.

Also, the two handed power grip works well, espically if you are a female shaking hands with a male and want to let them know that you're the boss. Give a long hand shake with the right and use the left to grab thier upper forearm, just below the elbow. Firm grip. Also hang on for just a second or two longer than is generally considered appropiate, that way they know that you are a hard worker willing to go the extra yard.
 
My favourite handshake is one where you bring you middle finger in and tickle the palm of the other person. Its an unsettling feeling they'll always remember. Try it
 
HumbleMD said:
Emory is 3 on 3. Only one I've had so far.
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Feinberg also has 3 on 3, although mine had four interviewees due to the number of students interviewing that day.

I shook hands both before and after, but they stood up first and extended their hands, so it was pretty obvious what was expected. Don't worry too much about it -- just follow their lead.
 
steppwolf said:
Yes, shake their hands. And then if you really want to make an impression, pull out your antibacterial handwipe and sponge down. Offer them one, too. ;)
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monk-like
 
Give 'em daps.

Or, you can always opt for the gross clammy/moist hand.
 
My interviewers have always seemed to appreciate a solid French Kiss at the end of the interview.

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
 
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schwing... oh, i mean bump.
 
Go in for the handshake, then quickly adjust to the thumb-wrestling formation. Then challenge him to a best out of three. Note though that it may be in your best interest to let him win. If all else fails, a rousing game of patty-cake should secure your acceptance... :laugh:

Good luck and may the force be with you....
 
bump, because everything else on SDN is either boring or hostile at the moment.
 
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