Tech Tips
Suggested Settings
Use the preview screen settings, microphone and camera
The mute button can be useful and tricky - avoid overuse
Make sure email addresses and profile pictures are professional
Dress Up...All The way
Dress like you are interviewing in person
This helps you feel more professional and put together
Appropriate Background
Have a blank or office-like background
Use background settings if the platform offers them
Know Your Battlefield
Familiarize yourself with the interviewing platform
Know something about the company
Headphones
Use headphones if there will be background noise
Small, nondescript earbuds
Use microphone capabilities if available
Remember You Are On Camera
Don’t get too comfortable and relaxed
Sit up, smile, and look at the camera
Have Your Pen Poised
Have something to jot down notes with
Write down key points to mention and have them in front of you
Practice Makes Perfect
Practice common questions in the mirror or with friends
Be polished and prepared, but be yourself
Wacky WiFi
Make sure you have stable WiFi
Mobile hotspots can be used as a backup
Head In The Game
Pay attention – minimize distractions
Make a connection with your interviewer
Don’t forget to follow up
Tidy Up
Make sure what your camera sees is clean
You want to come off as organized and detail oriented
T-Minus 24 Hours
Have a day before prep plan
Let family/roommates know when and where you are interviewing
Plan B
Set up your phone as a backup device to stream your interview on
Ask friends and family to lend back up devices
Interview Tab Only
Don’t have other tabs and pages open
Your interviewer will know if you aren’t paying attention
No Flash Photography
Have good lighting – natural is best
Too dim lighting and overexposure are distracting
Double Check
Test your technology
Try it a few times in advance and right before your interview