How can you prepare for a video interview effectively?

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Beyond preparing for an interview in the usual way (researching the company, hiring contacts, management accounts, clients etc), a different set of considerations are necessary in terms of technology and appearance. Testing lighting and technology a couple of days before. If anything is potentially faulty, you have time to replace without it being a panic. Then test everything a few hours beforehand, making sure lighting and sound is optimum. Clothing and makeup needs different consideration to an in person interview. Test what looks good on camera, noting that camera's do have the ability to make you look washed out.

The first basic thing is to treat it as if it were an in-person interview. Dress accordingly and have the same courtesies that you would in-person. Minimize interruptions and choose a place that looks professional. If unable, use background filters. A good headset sometimes is great in blocking out noice or unwanted sounds.

He participado, como empleadora, en procesos de selección con entrevistas virtuales. La virtualidad es una realidad en el mundo laboral; por esto, es común esta práctica en los procesos de selección. En una entrevista virtual valoro aspectos que den cuenta de la importancia y el respeto que le da la persona a esta etapa del proceso, lo que se puede evidenciar en las precausiones que tiene para solucionar situaciones propias de la conectividad, el conocimiento de la herramienta establecida para la conversación y el manejo de la cámara y micrófono durante la entrevista. Adicionalmente, la puntualidad, la presentación personal y del espacio, y la comunicación, son clave al momento de valorar esta etapa. Sé cuidadoso de cada aspecto.

Be punctual. Log in a few minutes early to address any technical issues and ensure everything is working correctly. Also, conduct mock interviews with a friend or family member using video conferencing tools. This will help you get comfortable with the format and receive feedback.

In addition to researching the company's mission, values and culture, be sure to look the the company's -- and their nearest competitor's -- latest media coverage. You can see what the company's been up to, get a sense for industry news and show that you've apprised of activity beyond the firm.

Como empleadora, valoro que los candidatos demuestren conocer la organización y muestren cómo se articula su propósito de vida con el de esta. Evidenciar que el candidato realmente vibra con este trabajo y no está aplicando por tener un ingreso es fundamental, queremos personas apasionadas por el rol al que están aplicando y alineadas con los valores organizacionales. Recomiendo demostrar conocimiento de la empresa, pero ante todo, cómo agregaría valor a esta desde su conocimiento y experiencia para lograr su razón de ser. El candidato quiere un trabajo estable y la empresa un colaborador vinculado y comprometido, que demuestre curiosidad e interés, así como capacidad de aportar y conectar.

For a Technical interview, it is crucial that the candidate focus on the experience relevant for the role and all its answers point into that direction. For instance, if the interview is for a data scientist role that do not require skills on data engineering, please avoid mentioning how you used data engineering in previous roles nor data engineering projects.

I definitely agree with researching the company itself, their vision, values and mission. In addition, ensuring that you have a solid understanding of the role and it’s duties within the organization. By identifying and understanding this role itself, you’ll be in a position to provide examples on your skills that can positively contribute to the role. Be sure to have some questions of your own to ask to the interviewer. This video interview is a chance to present yourself, your experience, and your personality as a whole.

Researching the company is very important and this is not only limited to just wanting to sound knowledgeable about the organisation but it helps in identifying whether you're the right culture fit. Most organisations employ based on culture fit rather than skill so it's important to match yourself to the organisational culture. It is also important to understand the organisation's social responsibility and how the employees feel about them. You can follow the organisation on LinkedIn and search for their employees to see what they are saying about their organisation, how long they are with the organisation, whether they have grown in the company over the years, this will give you a good sense of the organisation.

Repetition is important; you are your biggest advocate, and having the best and most informative answers starts with research.

Craft your own Q&A document. Use an AI tool, like ChatGPT, to simulate a conversation and refine your responses. Record a video of yourself answering these questions, then share it with a colleague or friend for feedback on your delivery. Your responses to key questions should feel natural and come to you effortlessly.

Getting prepared for the video interview is the greatest challenge. Buy one can appear for interview with practice and achive the best result in his favour by looking at the vlogs of past interview happen in company

Como empleadora, me conecto con las personas espontáneas, reales y sinceras. Un entrevistador puede identificar quién sigue un guion o es genuino. Siempre preferiremos lo bueno y natural, que lo perfectamente actuado. Es importante realizar un listado de preguntas frecuentes y tener claridad de las ideas que quieres transmitir. Esto ayuda a que los nervios del momento no afecten tu comunicación y que tu mensaje sea efectivo, claro y concreto. En la entrevista no queremos respuestas largas, si no concisas y que permitan conocer al candidato. La IA es útil para ese listado de preguntas; así como, conocer la empresa y el cargo al que aplicas. ¿Qué te diferencia? ¿Cómo agregas valor? ¿Qué debes mejorar? ¿Cómo te proyectas?

It’s absolutely important to have a pre-knowledge of possible questions and prepare possible answers depending on the perspective the interviewer will be bringing on board.

In the age of covid, dressing appropriately for video interviews can be tricky -- you don't want to dress too formally, but it's easy to underdress. When in doubt, ask the recruiter what the dress code should be for the interview.

Just like preparing for a client presentation, one needs to look professional for an interview. I have three pointers: 1/ Check yourself in the video screen before you go on video. Is your hair ok? Is the lighting ok? if not, adjust it and make sure you find a well lit area for the interview. You always want to look professional and confident. 2/ Sit up straight and look at the computer's camera. Try to avoid looking at your notes and smile to help exude confidence - you are selling yourself. 3/ Only have a small, clear glass of water available, not a huge coffee mug or water jug that would block your face when you sip. You can get back to coffee or tea after your meeting. Good Luck!

Video interviews can resemble a play of sorts. Don't be discouraged from practicing some mock Q&A's as you would in rehearsing a play. Become confident in your answers and your value; this will set you up for success when the real questions start coming.

Do not overthink your attire, sometimes, we tend to stress ourselves over what to wear in video meetings and interviews. Just focus on presenting yourself in attire that speaks professionalism while not being too distracting during the video interview. Please keep the jewelry to a minimum, and avoid wearing jewelry that makes a lot of noise. Practice some deep breathing, meditation and affirmations prior to the interview, pause as needed to reduce tension and nervousness.

Another crucial aspect when preparing for a video interview is testing your tech setup beforehand. Take some time to check your internet connection, camera, microphone, and lighting. Ensure they’re all working correctly to avoid any technical glitches during the interview. Moreover, familiarize yourself with the video conferencing platform that will be used for the interview, whether it’s Zoom, Skype, or another application. Test it out beforehand to ensure you’re comfortable navigating through its features, like muting/unmuting, sharing screens, or using the chat function. By doing a tech check and getting acquainted with the platform in advance, you’ll feel more confident and prepared when the interview day arrives.

Always keep in mind that authenticity is key. Never trying to be someone you're not! Being genuine about your experiences, skills, and motivations would be best.

While artificial backgrounds might look "snazzy," I don't recommend using them. Instead, prepare your environment to be professional but inviting, and well-lit without washing you out. A "real" background looks better every time, and is far less distracting to the person on the other end since you won't potentially have video interference around your silhouette.

Let me summarise it, 1.Technology - Test internet, app, lighting condition, environment & background. Always have backup. 2.Company & the role - think about how your strengths in that role can contribute to company's vision. 3.CCCC - Communicate clearly, confidently & concisely. 4.Dressing - How you dress will set your mindset, be professionally dressed to enhance professional behaviour. 5.Prepare technically - give mock interview to the colleague or friend in the same industry to test your knowledge. 6.Relax - Be confident, be yourself. Never try to be someone you're not. 7.Some hacks - Get to know your interviewer such as what's his/her area of interest, what are their top skills, what do they expect from a candidate.

The mirror talk! I'm sure many of us have done that at some point in time. Face the mirror and present to yourself. This one hack is helpful where one has no one to check you but in need to boast one's confidence. You can also do so to time your speech and make sure it's within the time allocated to you. This is for beginners.

Three things to consider anytime you’re trying to put your best foot forward on camera: 1) background— aim for a solid colour background / wall behind you or, ideally, a bookshelf as this psychologically makes you appear more knowledgeable 2) Lighting— have a light source (ring light, phone light, lamp without shade) right behind the computer camera if possible to make you well lit and looking your best and brightest. 3) Confidence boost— got this one from when I was a child actor: before you enter the meeting, tell yourself, out loud, three reasons why/how you are qualified for this opportunity or how you are going to do great on this call. If there’s key talking points you need to remember, repeat them. Take a deep breath, and join!

Record yourself on camera and watch it! While it may make you cringe just thinking about it, you'll immediately notice things you may need to work on like posture or how your shirt clashes with a background... plus the added benefit of listening to your responses to fine tune them for your final interview.