Things to know while Video Interview?

A video interview be a perfect to hire remote candidate OR remote work. For that you have prepared for what might go wrong. Despite the survey results, video interviewing is done frequently today. It can be done successfully as long as the interviewer and interviewee remember that a video interview is no less important than an in-person one.

To avoid any awkward incidents and complications, we have gathered a few tips to help you conduct a successful video interview.

1. Make sure your WiFi Connection is stable.
2. Test the quality of your Camera and Audio beforehand
3. Find a quiet, private and Distraction-free Location that is well-lit
4. Make an effort and Dress for success (they don’t see the bottom so you can wear a shirt and tie with your pyjama pants! =P)
5. Maintain Eye Contact, and nod & Smile to show engagement
6. Find common ground with the interviewer to make the Dialogue more comfortable
7. Project your Voice, and pause to get your thoughts across
8. Use Hand Gestures when appropriate
9. Share your Appreciation before ending the interview

We highly recommend to be well- prepared before the interview and really be ready for it. For the first time, video interviews can be quite intimidating, but with enough practice, the outcome can only be positive.

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