Remote job interviews have become increasingly common. While most candidates have previously participated in online meetings of some type, not all of them are prepared for it. Here’s some advice to help you prepare, and make the most of a remote interview.
1. Don't’ try to wing it:
Go through the interview process only if you are interested in the position. Be upfront in asking your recruiter or hiring manager the different interview rounds and what you need to prepare for each of them.
2. Test and familiarize with your Audio Visual gear prior to the interview
Check your computer camera, microphone and internet connection, and make sure you know your login information, especially if you haven’t used the videoconferencing application or tool in a while. If you’re using your laptop or tablet, check your Wi-Fi

connection and ensure your equipment is charged and ready to go. Using a mock setup, familiarize with some of the basic controls. Spending 5-10 mins setting up not only gets off to a bad start but lowers your confidence as well. Many video conferencing applications allow you to set a blank background if you do not want to hide your background image. Do not have a multiple-monitor set up which makes it feel like you are looking elsewhere. If possible, ensure you are directly looking at the camera representing face to face interaction. Ensure adequate lighting in the room and the light in front of you and not behind you.
3. Minimize distractions and dress professionally
Switch off alerts and chats during the interview and put a note on your door saying you’re not available. Avoid having remote interviews in high-traffic areas of your home. In addition, try to reduce movement during an online interview. If you’re constantly shifting or walking around, it can make it hard for the other person to focus on the conversation. Dress as though you’re going to work.
4. Be prepared for interview
Make sure you are prepared for each of the interview rounds. If you are a developer, you will typically have a coding, role-specific interview round & system design. Companies use different tools for this or sometimes OK with using your own IDE. If they are going to use a tool, ask for the name and get yourself familiarized.
5. Practice beforehand
Don’t forget about soft skills. Spend time reading the company’s mission statement or values, and practice answering any value-related questions.


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Blog ID : 261794

Category : Business

Date Added : 16-1-2021

Tags : interview | microphone

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