after losing my job i did not know what to do but when i got hired by my current employer and i came
to realize that how important was the virtual interview everything was done in online from
hiring to orientation so here are six must have virtual interview tips for you to land your next
job and before you get into the video don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe this channel
for youtube algorithm what's up you guys is pritham here if you are new to this channel hi
i'm a professional cook based in the usa currently working at a healthcare so those who have been on
the job search for some time now are likely to be professional when it comes to be a virtual
job interviews but in this video for those who are just starting out may need a few pointers
for what to do to prepare and what to wear and most importantly what to expect from their first
virtual interview first thing first i want to say and start with all the advantages that you can
possibly get and then we can take a deep dive on the interview tips and i want you to pay attention
carefully after all it's about your career so i want you to pay attention please whenever
you are giving your virtual interview you have a quite a lot of advantage on your side and those
are cost saving scheduling flexibility eliminating in-person interview stress it gives you more time
to prepare and much more and now let's look into the six virtual interview tips that will help you
to land the job that you love read the instruction in the email you have to make sure to read through
the email the day they send it and determine what platform they are going to use for the interview
are they using zoom skype google meet make sure to download whatever platform they are mentioned
prior to your interview day so look are they asking you to prepare any presentation assignments
or gather any specific documents for the interview as well if so get them together in a single place
where you plan to doing on your interview or email them ahead of time and then if they
ask for that particular document it gives you to be in advantage side to be prepared
and when they ask for the documents then you can show it to them right away number two is
testing your technology must you must take the time to test out your camera microphone on your
laptop or pc to make sure that everything is working properly before your interview so if a
friend or a family member is available give them a quick video call using that particular platform
is your wi-fi connection stable or should you use your phone's hotspot you wouldn't want your
video to freeze while they're talking so you miss out on a question for an important information
sometime things just happen and you cannot control everything but you want to minimize
the possibilities of error and remember to smash the like button for the youtube algorithm on to
the next one i have setting up your space so you need to find a quiet and distraction free area
to take the video call and keep a copy of your resume nearby you should also have a
notepad and pencil or pen around to write down the questions and notes that you want to refer back to
having your resume gives you a huge advantage that will help you to talk through your work experience
without having try to remember all the responsibilities that you have held on your past
although you would think it would be easy to talk about yourself nerves can kick in and make your
mind go blank but it's simple and straightforward that is the key make sure to remove anything that
could interrupt you like a landline and of course silence your cell phone you are
able to place your camera in front of bare wall or a bookshelf so the interviewers can focus
and listen that what you are saying aim for a good lighting as well whether you are sitting
by a window or having a lamp close by on the next one wearing a complete interview outfit
you need to be presentable remember you are selling yourself to the interviewer it may be
tempting to only focus on looking good from the west up but it's better to be safe than sorry
you will take the interview more seriously and put yourself in a professional mindset and in
case you have to get up for any reason during the interview they won't catch you in your
pajama pants so be careful what you wear on the next one is anticipating your potential hiccups
interviewing from home opens up the possibilities of more distraction
you can control if you have children at home or a new puppy or maybe a doorbell ring things happen
we are only human being so we cannot control everything so i want you to tell the interviewer
to know at the beginning of the interview something like sir or ma'am i'm not expecting
any kind of distraction but my kids are at home please bear with me if they cause any unnecessary
interruption do not panic if something happens just explain the situation and get back on track
to the interview as quickly as possible and hit the like button if you haven't done that
already on the next one i have normal interview etiquettes still apply for you virtual interviews
are a different format but it's still an interview make sure to follow the normal interview practices
like making an eye contact not interrupting to the interviewer while they are talking
actively listen to them and trying to use your body language to show your interest there are many
benefits to the virtual interview it eliminates commuting to the company's office finding the
parking and navigating through through the confusing layouts of the buildings you are on your
own space which can put you at ease and you can write down notes immediately after the interview
instead of having to walk back home or to the car and wait until after you get back home even
if you have gone through a few virtual interviews already i suggest that it never hurts never hurts
to remind yourself how to be successful during the interview and you can also check out my other
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