January 05, 2021
Newsletter Article
Virtual recruitment is the new normal, with the virtual interview becoming an essential part of the hiring process. Face-to-face interviews efficiently adapted to video platforms during COVID, while hiring and onboarding are going virtual too. Sometimes you may get a job offer before ever meeting in-person! For years we’ve advised candidates how to impress in an in-person interview and what questions to ask. Although some aspects have stayed the same, there are some very distinct considerations for the virtual interview. In a virtual interview, for instance, it’s more difficult to read body language, there are different distractions, and awkward talking and pauses.
Like the in-person interview, you want to have materials in front of you such as your resume or application materials, and pen/ paper for notetaking. Prepping for an online interview includes technology implications, like ensuring your device’s mic and camera are on and working, considering your lighting, camera placement, and background.
AgCareers.com hosted our “Standing Out in a Virtual Interview” webinar, and we invite you to watch the online recording here at your convenience. Learn more about how to present yourself during the virtual interview, assess job fit, and follow up with the employer in this valuable webinar.
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