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8 Tips for Acing Virtual Job Interviews

Know What You Need to Succeed When a Firm Handshake Isn't Possible

8. Get Your Technology in Order

Be sure the technology being used for the virtual interview is installed and working before your meeting. Test the Internet connectivity, as well as the microphone and camera to ensure you’ll be able to proceed without a hitch. Technology glitches on the day of the interview send the wrong impression, casting doubts on your interest in the job, your technological savvy, and your ability to problem solve.

Also, try to avoid jokes about the online part of your job interview. Don't talk about how weird or surreal it is to interview with someone virtually, because it makes you look inexperienced. Especially if the job is in a technical field. In a nutshell, act like you've been there before.

 

  • Dawn Dugan

    Dawn Dugan specializes in writing books, articles, white papers, reports and special communications for the human resources industry. She is the co-author of Effective Executive Compensation, which was published by AMACOM in 2008. Read more...