If you’re like many people, you’ll be working at home for the foreseeable future. Thankfully, your business is still able to move forward during the pandemic. In fact, it’s doing so well you need to hire.
Conducting in-person interviews isn’t an option right now, so you’re turning to Zoom. This incredible video conferencing tool is easy to use and makes it possible to have a face-to-face conversation with candidates. Here’s some advice to help you get started.
Four Tips to Conduct a Successful Zoom Interview
Do a Trial Run
You don’t have to be super tech-savvy to use Zoom. However, like all software programs, you do need to dedicate a little time to get comfortable with it. This means it’s important to familiarize yourself with it before you start interviewing candidates. If possible, do a practice call with a family member or friend, so you can work out the kinks in advance.
Dress Professionally
Chances are, your standard work dress code has gone very casual at home. This is fine most of the day, but you need to change into business casual attire for the call. In most cases, this will be a candidate’s first impression of you, so you want to look like a boss. Dressing the part shows you’re taking the interview seriously.
Find a Quiet Spot to Talk
If you have kids and/or pets, your home might not be the quietest place. However, you can’t conduct a good interview if you’re unable to hear the candidate — and vice versa. Before the interview, find a quiet space to talk, where you won’t be interrupted. This will allow you to focus your full attention on the candidate and their fit for your team.
Treat It Like a Regular Interview
Interviewing candidates on Zoom might feel strange to you, but you’ll get more comfortable with it in time. While it’s different than the in-person interviews you’re used to, it’s still a job interview. It’s still important to prepare in advance, ask behavioral interview questions, and give candidates the floor to ask you questions. Treating this the same as a traditional interview will allow you to uphold the same hiring standards you’re accustomed to.
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