COVID has changed a lot, making remote work much more common among businesses today. Due to this change, many interviews are also being held remotely via video call. Here are a few things to keep in mind when interviewing this way:
Install or update the video platform you will be interviewing over. The last thing you want to do is wait until the last minute to open the platform and it takes 5 minutes to update, making you late.
Declutter your background and make sure there is nothing distracting behind you. An ideal background is a plain wall with nothing behind you. If that isn’t possible, find an area that is neat, clean, and professional-looking.
Check the time zone. Always make sure you know the correct time for the interview. With many remote jobs taking place all over the country, this is vital to make sure you aren’t too early or too late for the interview.
Have a cheat sheet out of sight. Sometimes interviews make our minds go blank, so having a cheat sheet with notes, questions or anything else can be helpful and even make you feel more confident going into the interview.
Eliminate any outside noises. The hard part about video interviews is that they take place in your home, rather than a neutral office space. If you have kids, dogs, or any other noises, make sure to eliminate as many of those noises as you can. Microphones will pick up those noises, it’s best to have your voice as the only thing heard.
Have you had a video call interview? Have any tips for us?
Check out these other resources for more tips and advice.
How to Ace an Online Job Interview
Tips for a Successful Video Job Interview
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