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Our 4 Digital Interview Tips

 

Be Ready

Preparation is key. Treat this the same as with any interview, research common interview questions related to your role so you know how you will answer interview questions, even before being asked. 

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Do your research on the role and company. Companies love when you take the time to learn about them and can reference their work in a job interview as this expresses your interest in the opportunity. This is particularly true during a digital interview. You must prove that you are willing to engage with this company beyond a physical level.

 

Please ensure you have the appropriate equipment at hand for a digital interview. If you do not own a computer or laptop with a camera, consider propping up your phone so you do not have to hold it throughout the entire interview. 

Make sure that the device you will be using is compatible with the digital app the hirer is using, whether that is Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype or FaceTime. Ask the hirer or agency that is representing you what app you will be using at least 24 hours before the interview – not 10 minutes beforehand. 

 

Finally, make sure you have a quiet and clean background during the job interview to first make a good impression and second avoid any interruptions. 

 

Show your capabilities and the value you can add through examples

Hiring managers look to see if candidates can prove with example the claims they make. For example, if you say you are a strong negotiator, make sure you have an example of a time in your career when you closed a deal before you make this statement. 

Speak about your previous work experiences and key achievements in these roles as this is the closest the hirer will get to seeing whether you would be a good fit for the role you are interviewing for. 

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Keeping it short and sweet

During both digital and face to face interviews, it can sometimes be difficult to keep people’s attention throughout. By keeping your answers as concise as possible, you make sure you get to the point quickly and effectively. As a result, this will ensure that everyone in the interview is hearing all of what you are saying, not just parts of it - because all of it is important.

 

Practice, Practice, Practice 

Practice talking clearly, as it is quite common even with a great internet connection, the apps you use for these online interviews might cut out a fraction of a second here and there. By talking clearly and not rushing your response this will help prevent these common issues. Talk with your hands. Sit up straight in your chair. Do not cross your arms when you are not speaking.

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Try to avoid doing anything that will distract you from your answers or make you appear nervous. One way of doing this is practising aloud while recording yourself as this will improve your confidence. Although this can be awkward to go through these recordings, you will see areas you can improve on and it will also make this process more familiar. 

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If this feels too unnatural, go through typical interview questions online with a friend or family member. It can be extremely easy to come across unenthusiastic, even if that is not a true reflection of who you are. Work on the tonality of your voice when answering questions to ensure you do not come across as monotone or flat.

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By following these simple steps, we believe you will make the difference between succeeding to the next stage or even better receiving a job offer rather than being placed in the no pile!