The interview is also an opportunity for you to collect information that helps you understand the company and the position.
RESEARCH
Know as much as you can about the organization, the job, the competition, and the industry. The more you know, the better off you will be.
STAY FOCUSED
ELIMINATE DISTRACTIONS
Prepare your space from any noises or distractions from your interview. Always expect interruptions so you can eliminate them.
TEST YOUR GEAR
There is nothing more frustrating to an interviewer than to find out that your internet connection is unstable, or that your headset isn't working properly. Check all your gears prior to the interview.
STORYTELLING
It is vital to develop a storytelling approach that will help your interviewers connect with YOU.
Highlight a role in your career and exemplify your strengths and how you have overcome challenges, weaknesses, and how it made a positive impact in the organization; increase profitability, cost-reduction, customer service optimization, or any other major successful projects and initiatives.
STAR METHOD
- S (Situation) - Circumstances and context.
- T (Task) - Problem or the objective you were trying to achieve.
- A (Action) - What did you do to accomplish the task.
- R (Result) - The successful resolution of the situation
GOOD IMPRESSION
Dress professionally and ensure you are well-groomed. Be on time. Smile when you enter the videoconference room, people get drawn to positive people. Display confidence through body language. Be honest and polite.
ASK QUESTIONS
If you want to ace your interview, you need to make sure you prepare the right questions to ask the interviewer. Understand the expectation, the culture, and the position better.
BE DETERMINED.
AFTER THE INTERVIEW
Thank the interviewer for his or her time. Make a final impression with a gentle and firm handshake.