Virtual interviews create an entirely new set of challenges for both interviewers and candidates. When interviewing in a virtual setting, it takes more effort than normal to interpret signals and build rapport without visual cues.
As interviewers, note not only what candidates say but also how their responses flow by listening for signs of preparation. Candidates should be able to highlight specific and appropriate examples when asked questions that address areas like personal and professional growth. Interviewers should allow room for candidates to ask thoughtful questions in return.
Meanwhile, candidates should use virtual cues like maintaining welcoming body language during virtual interview settings and articulate their answers as concisely as possible while sharing well-chosen examples that paint a picture of their capabilities. They should also prepare insightful questions about the scope of the role they are interviewing for, including the organization’s leadership philosophy and values to show their focused interest.
On both sides, limit distractions to give full focus and attention to the interview. Interviewers should convey genuine interest by listening more than they speak to create a natural flow of dialogue, and both parties should follow up with notes on standout moments they appreciated from the other’s approach.
Reading cues in virtual interviews requires both parties to be more attentive by leading with empathy and expressing themselves clearly. With this approach, the right rapport can be established, even across global distances, to determine a mutually beneficial fit.
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