{"id":191046,"date":"2016-12-11T12:48:06","date_gmt":"2016-12-11T10:48:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mybroadband.co.za\/news\/?p=191046"},"modified":"2016-12-11T12:50:00","modified_gmt":"2016-12-11T10:50:00","slug":"7-tips-to-nail-your-skype-interview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mybroadband.co.za\/news\/internet\/191046-7-tips-to-nail-your-skype-interview.html","title":{"rendered":"7 tips to nail your Skype interview"},"content":{"rendered":"

Preparing for an online interview can be difficult, but there are steps you can follow to make it easier.<\/p>\n

Skype interviews are becoming more common among employers and an increasing amount of applicants will need to navigate an online interview in order to secure a position.<\/p>\n

Career Junction<\/a><\/strong> has offered seven tips for making a good impression in a Skype interview – as detailed below.<\/p>\n

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Use decent hardware<\/h3>\n

Using a good-quality webcam and microphone is important, as this will affect how well the interviewer can see and hear you.<\/p>\n

Your Internet connection should be as fast and stable as possible, eliminating the possibility of stuttering or a low-quality feed.<\/p>\n

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Keep a clean environment<\/h3>\n

Before your interview, make sure your surroundings are clean and presentable.<\/p>\n

Ensure\u00a0there are no clothes or untidy objects in view of the webcam before the interview begins.<\/p>\n

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Have a backup plan<\/h3>\n

Reduce the risk of any issues occurring by conducting a test interview with a friend beforehand and setting up early.<\/p>\n

However, you should have a backup plan ready in case anything goes wrong – including a backup device and Internet connection.<\/p>\n

\"Female<\/a><\/p>\n

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Dress smart<\/h3>\n

Dress professionally for your Skype interview, as this will make a good impression on the interviewer.<\/p>\n

Wearing formal attire also has the advantage of helping you to adopt a more\u00a0serious approach to the interview.<\/p>\n

\"Man<\/a><\/p>\n

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Focus on body language<\/h3>\n

Body language is important for a job interview\u00a0and is difficult to convey over Skype.<\/p>\n

Make eye contact, sit up straight, and smile at the interviewer in order to make a good first impression.<\/p>\n

\"Man<\/a><\/p>\n

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Sound enthusiastic<\/h3>\n

It is difficult to show body language over Skype, so you need to control the tone of your voice.<\/p>\n

Try to sound enthusiastic and engaged to show the interviewer you are interested.<\/p>\n

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Choose a good location<\/h3>\n

The best place for a Skype interview is a controlled environment such as your home.<\/p>\n

If you have to conduct the interview in a public place, choose somewhere with as little distraction and noise as possible.<\/p>\n

\"Man<\/a><\/p>\n

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Now read:\u00a010 tough programming questions you will face in a Google interview<\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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