The hiring manager will tell you! Points to keep in mind during online interviews [for students]

Hello, this is Sakashita from the management department.

Since last year, the spread of the new coronavirus infection has affected corporate recruitment activities.

Most companies probably conduct online interviews.

Companies need to be creative in their recruitment activities, but I think students who are looking for jobs are having an even harder time.

This time, as the person in charge of recruitment, I was actually conducting meetings and interviews with students.

I think, `` If you paid more attention to this, your impression would be completely different...

We will tell you the points that will greatly improve your impression

*This content includes personal opinions! m(__)m

Points to keep in mind during online interviews

camera brightness

It is said that a person's first impression is formed within 3 seconds of meeting them

It is said that visual information accounts for about 55% of that information.

First, to make your face look brighter, it is important to pay attention to how the light hits your face.

If the light doesn't shine on your face, your face will look dark, and no matter how much you try to convey your enthusiasm, you may end up giving off a gloomy impression.

To avoid this, the room is bright and that light hits it from the front .

Depending on the environment, it might be a good idea to use some lighting or other tricks!

Camera position and distance

During the interview, I found out that some people were strangely close to the camera, some were too far away, and others seemed to be taking pictures from below.

There are some people who set up their cameras in positions or distances it difficult to get a good impression of their faces

it is best to position the camera at the same height as your eye level

hold the camera in front of you so that your face is in the center of the camera

If you are using a smartphone, it is a good idea to lock it in advance.

give a cheerful greeting

I said earlier that a person's first impression is formed within 3 seconds of meeting them

The first greeting is also an important part of making a first impression!

A company that greets you cheerfully and cheerfully will never leave a bad impression, so

First of all, let's say hello brightly and cheerfully

Also, there are many students who bow at the same time as the greeting.

Correct etiquette is to ` `gosengorei'' after speaking

If you bow after conveying the message verbally, you can show your smile properly.

Please be conscious and say hello!

speak slowly and clearly

If you are too nervous and speak quickly when speaking,

I get the impression that they're in a hurry, and it's often difficult to understand what they're saying.

more slowly and clearly than usual, you will be able to convey what you want to say more clearly!

Also, when you speak, raising your voice one tone will make a better impression.

Be sure to give feedback and replies, and use body language as well.

Unlike face-to-face, online, it is difficult to tell whether or not what you have said has been communicated to the other person.

I think it's easy for those who tell you to feel anxious too.

When listening to the interviewer, if you understand , nod or reply,

On the other hand, when telling your story, use body language

Make sure to express your facial expressions richly and

Don't forget to look at the camera sometimes

This may depend on the interviewer, but

If you keep looking down, your expression will look dark,

The person speaking may also feel anxious, wondering if they are listening properly.

Constantly looking at the camera can make you feel intimidated, so

Look at the camera only when you are speaking

I feel like they are really conscious of this, so please give it a try!

Be careful when using Kanpei

Unlike previous face-to-face interviews, the online interview process allows you to write down notes and talk while you speak.

However, I was too conscious of trying to read the paper without making mistakes, word for word.

There are many cases where the answers are not in line with the questions asked by the company.

The template is just a reference, and it is best to keep in mind only the points you want to convey

I think it would be great if you could pay attention to whether you are speaking in a way that is understood, rather than what you are trying to convey to the other person

Pay attention to names and icons

I believe that many students use the tools they use for online interviews with accounts they usually use for their private lives.

In doing so, I often see cases where icons and names are private...

It may not result in a reduction in your rating, but it's a good idea to pay attention to such small points!

the displayed name be set to University Name

With a cheerful greeting at the end

When the interview ended, I took a deep breath and said,

So that you don't leave a bad impression by not being able to say your final greetings properly,

Let's do our best without letting up until the end!

Also, I think you will leave after the online interview ends.

If you want to leave first, say ``I apologize for the inconvenience.''

I believe that if you have good manners , you will leave a good impression until the very end

Please go and try it!

summary

During online interviews, it is difficult for students to find out about the atmosphere of the company.

Unlike face-to-face meetings, I think there are many things that are difficult to understand or don't understand.

it's often harder to get a feel for the person's personality and atmosphere than in person

Also, one's impression of a person can change for the better or the worse depending on the slightest thing.

Since there is less information available to interviewers online, it is necessary for actively appeal

The key is how you can present yourself and promote yourself.

Please pay attention to these points and do your best in your job search! !

 

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