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A virtual interview, also known as a video interview, is a way for companies to interact with potential job candidates from afar. Virtual interviews are becoming increasingly popular, especially as we all move towards a world of remote working and hybrid working<\/a>, where it\u2019s no longer a requirement of the role to live in the same town or city as your employer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Attending a virtual interview has many benefits for both you and your prospective employer, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n As with anything, however, virtual interviews do also have their disadvantages, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before attending a virtual interview it\u2019s important that you prepare. This means preparing yourself, your location and your technology ready for the big moment – the last thing you need is login problems, being stuck on mute or a pet jumping onto the desk in front of you. A few areas of preparation to consider include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before attending your virtual interview, make sure you have the right software installed on your laptop or desktop computer. Your interviewer should be able to tell you which platform they are using for the call if you don\u2019t have this information to hand. For example, are you meeting on Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Zoom or Skype? Be sure to download the relevant application ahead of time and ensure you can login successfully to avoid any last minute panic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have you rehearsed your interview technique or are you planning to improvise on the day? To be well prepared, it\u2019s a good idea to simulate a virtual interview environment with a family member or friend before the main event, so that you can practise answering questions and test out your technology. We\u2019ll cover the types of questions you might need to prepare for later in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First impressions count, so make sure you choose a suitable outfit for your video interview ahead of time. Treat the virtual interview the same as you would a face-to-face interview and dress modestly and professionally, even if the interviewer can only see your head and shoulders. Dressing the part shows you\u2019re serious about the role and will give you a boost of inner confidence. <\/p>\n\n\n As part of your virtual interview preparation, it\u2019s always a good idea to research potential interview questions related to your particular industry. If the role you\u2019re applying for requires home working or hybrid working, then you may also encounter questions about remote working best practices, and these could be questions you\u2019ve not had to answer before when applying for a role with a set working location.<\/p>\n\n\n Video interview questions often focus on certain key skills: communication, productivity, time management, initiative and motivation. Be sure to come up with examples of each of these areas ahead of your virtual interview.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n Below are 15 examples of video interview questions related to remote working and working from home that you may want to prepare for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re interviewing for a role in a specific industry, visit one of the links below to see further interview questions and how to prepare for them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n At the end of an interview, you\u2019re usually given the chance to ask any questions you have. Asking your interviewer questions shows you are genuinely interested in the role and the company you\u2019re interviewing for. If all of your questions have already been answered during the interview process, then tell your interviewer what you would have asked if you\u2019d needed to. This shows to them that you\u2019ve prepared – not that you just can\u2019t think of anything to ask.<\/p>\n\n\n Aim for up to 3 questions at the end of your virtual interview based around the role, the company or the people – but avoid questions about salary, working hours or benefits, which are better directed at the HR team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n Examples of good questions to ask at the end of a video interview are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Standing out in an interview is vital if you\u2019re looking for a new job. We hope that this article has helped you understand how to best prepare for a video interview, and that the tips we\u2019ve provided will help you on the path to success. If you have any further questions or wish to find out more information on the topics covered in this article, please don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch with us at High Speed Training!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Further Resources: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Looking for tips for virtual interviews? 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