What's the final decision?

Question

Should you or should you not give a firm handshake during a job interview some people say not giving a firm handshake shows a lack of confidence but others just don't want to hurt the interviewer's hand.

Answer 1

A firm handshake demonstrates confidence. Match the interviewers pressure. I don't think I'd worry about hurting someone's hand.  

Answer 2

Don't worry about hurting someone's hand.  Always give a firm handshake.  The interviewer is going to judge you by your handshake and you only get one chance to make a first impression.  

By the way, match the firmness of the handshake.  You don't want to shake a female's hand the same way you would shake a male's hand.