How to master the virtual interview
As technology has improved and more people are working remotely, virtual interviews are more prevalent than ever—and job hunters need to be prepared to complete them with the same level of professionalism and polish expected of any other job candidate in any other interview scenario.
What is a virtual interview?
There are two main types of virtual interviews: video calls and online prerecorded interviews. Video calls are live interviews done through conferencing programs like Zoom, Skype, or Google Hangouts. Prerecorded interviews are exactly what they sound like: they’re sessions where you’re given recorded questions from the company, and you record and submit video responses.
This article will provide a step by step guide to both types of virtual interviews.
Preparing for a virtual interview:
The day of your virtual interview:1. Dress in your interview attire, from head to toe.
During the virtual interview:1. Be aware of your body language: make sure to sit up straight and make “eye contact” with the camera.2. Be yourself! Smile and act naturally—even if you tend to be uncomfortable in front of a camera.3. For video calls: give the other person a couple seconds to finish speaking before you respond.
After the virtual interview:Send a thank you email to your interviewers within 24 hours of the interview—just as you would (or should) following an in-person interview.
####The idea of completing a virtual interview may be scary or overwhelming for some people, but there’s no reason to stress about it any more than an in-person interview. Use this guide as you plan ahead and prepare, and employers will think you’re a virtual interviewing pro.
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