A crossed arm is ambiguous. A follow-up question is not — each kind tells you something specific. Tap a quote and read what it’s really saying.
What it signals: genuine engagement. Your answer sparked real curiosity, and they want to go deeper — a strong positive sign.
How to respond: lean in — give them the richer detail they’re asking for, share your reasoning, let your enthusiasm show. You’ve found a thread they care about — pull it.
Also sounds like: “What happened next?” · “Why did you choose that approach?”
Every type calls for a different response, but they share a common thread: they reward the candidate who listens genuinely and can be questioned without fear.