Tips to ace your next online interview

Online interviews are becoming more and more common, the chances are if you are looking for new employment opportunities, you will be invited to complete an online interview.

An online interview is different to a face-to-face interview however they can be just as daunting!

We have put together 5 tips to help you ace your next online interview. Good Luck!

Your Tech

Virtual interviews can be held via Zoom, Skype, FaceTime, MS Teams etc there are a lot of different programs in use, ask your interviewer which program they will be using and test it out with a family member or friend prior to your interview.

Location, Location, Location

Pick the perfect spot to conduct your interview, do not rush around trying to find the right spot on the day. Place your laptop or phone on a stable surface, do not have them bouncing around and make sure they are at the right height with your head and shoulders perfectly framed on the screen.

Lighting

Check the lighting so it’s not too dark but also not in front of overhead lights or where you have shadows casting over your face, ideal position would near a window with your face towards the light.

Dress to Impress

Although you will not be meeting with the interviewer in person, always dress to impress and sit up straight, remember the first impressions are important and they can make or break it for you.

Remove all Distractions

Silence anything that may interfere with your interview, including your phone and email notifications. Don’t have a television or radio on in the background, ensure people around you know you are completing an interview and don’t walk in the background of your screen, or have a pet walk in front of your screen.