Online Interviews have become an inevitable and integral part of recruitment practices, globally. Almost every company in today’s time trusts virtual interviews to be one of the most resourceful, and effective methods of hiring. However, this also means an additional level of preparation, for candidates.
There are certain rules and etiquettes of online interviews that each candidate is expected to follow. What are they? Our team of Saransh recruitment experts have jotted down the top 5 pointers from the checklist.
Prep the Interview Area
Make sure that the visible area of the room during the interview is clutter-free. Just like your attire, a clean, organized room is an indication of your professionalism. At the same time, it is also necessary to ensure that the room is well-lit, there is minimal background noise from outside and that the room is ventilated; so that it doesn’t become too stuffy while the interview is happening. You must also want to ensure that the interview area is quiet; so, if you have any pets, children, make sure they don’t disturb while an ongoing the interview, and that there are no people walking by, in the background.
Professionalism in Conduct
Dress the same way you would dress for an in-person interview. This will make you look more professional, as well as feel more confident during the interview. It is also a good practice to keep a pen and paper with you during the interview, in case some points need to be written down. Never forget to keep your phone on silent, to avoid any disturbance mid-way. And most of all, maintain punctuality, by logging into the interview space at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
Test your laptop/computer
Virtual interviews may mostly be carried out on platforms like Google meet, Skype or Zoom. It’s imperative to ensure that the necessary applications are properly installed and that you are logged in with the right name and contact details. Make use of a reliable headset and microphone and be sure to test it beforehand.
Have a confident body language
A virtual interview limits the ability to communicate with the help of body language and hence, you must showcase your body language in a clear and professional manner. Maintaining eye contact is an effective way which helps the potential employer know that you are attentive hence, in a virtual interview, you must look straight into the camera instead of looking elsewhere, and nod your head wherever needed. Keep your posture straight, do not slouch in your chair.
Follow-up Mail
It’s a good practice to send a Thank You mail after 24 hours of an interview, to thank the interviewer for their time. This also gives you an opportunity to ask any question that you might have missed during the interview, as well as to show that you are available to answer additional questions, if any.
By simply addressing these 6 simple pointers, candidates can earn brownie points with the interviewers and stand apart from the crowd. Great online etiquettes will go a long way in creating a bright future for every candidate, as online interviews and virtual interactions become more and more common with each passing day.
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