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Rehearse Your Responses
In a virtual interview, your body language counts for a lot. One study found that 89 per- cent of successful candidates used wide hand gestures for big and exciting points, while moving their hands closer to their heart when sharing personal reflections. To better connect with your interviewer, be sure to keep an open posture and remember not to cross your arms. Look into your webcam, not at your reflec- tion, and frame yourself in a way where you are not too far from the camera - no more than two feet. Be sure to make your head and top of your shoulders dominate the screen and most importantly, look directly into the camera whenever you are speaking.
Spark Conversation & Ask Questions
Theres always an opportunity to ask ques- tions about the office and culture in a job inter- view, but when youre interviewing remotely, you will probably have a lot more questions than usual. Whatever youd like to know, be sure to ask. The recruiter will appreciate your curiosity and interest in the company. Good questions to ask include the kind of technology youll have access to when work- ing remotely, if youll be working in a hybrid team or how success is measured at the com- pany. Studies have shown that 85 percent of successful candidates who asked these kinds of questions did so to demonstrate their val- ues and priorities, while at the same time, revealing vital bits of information about their personality. For example, if you asked, Do you have a flexible work policy? you could bookend your question with something like, Ive been volunteering at a local shelter twice a week, and it would be great to be able to continue doing that. Lastly, dont monopolize the conversa- tion. It should have a natural ebb and flow. Listening carefully and asking insightful questions demonstrates your interest and lets the interviewer know youve come prepared and done your homework. For the time being, remote hiring is here to stay. And while there are many benefits, you need to do your part to ace this relatively new process. While trousers may be optional, being prepared and ready for the unexpected is not.
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