You can do this by watching some of their videos, reading reviews from current employees on Glassdoor, reading the website and checking out their social media. Likewise, spend a few minutes looking up the interviewer on LinkedIn. The information you learn might help you find common ground. For example, if they’ve both worked at the same company in the past, this is a great conversation point that will help create a connection.
, said “those who don’t take virtual and phone interviews seriously are the ones who have issues.” He added, “show that you are committed and take the initiative to understand everything that you can about the company.”The worst thing you can do is go into an interview blindly without any preparation for the questions they could potentially ask. Most companies rely heavily on two types of interview questions: situational and behavioral.
Additionally, take the time to make sure there is ample lighting in the room where you’re doing your interview. Michele Mavi, career strategist and founder of, said “take control of your lighting and if you can, place a lamp on each side of the monitor so that your lighting is balanced and your face is well lit.” She went on “you don’t want to start off the interview well lit and then all of a sudden have the sun disappear.
that hand looks weird ;)