A Skype job interview is one of the recruiters' ways to screen their candidates especially those that are time zones away. It is an effective and efficient way to search for their future company's asset without spending much. By using Skype to interview their candidates, companies don't have to shoulder expenses like lodging and transportation fees just in order for their job interview to take place. They only have to set their internet connection and camera on and they are ready to start.
But unfortunately, some aspirants don't know how to properly prepare for the Skype interview. Most of them commit mistakes that would cost them the opportunity of getting the job. Some of these mistakes are:
Using a Suspicious Skype Screen Name
During a Skype interview, an aspirant must know how to present oneself in a more professional way. And using weird and vulgar Skype name won't help. As stated in Smart Science Career, "If you do a job interview you should not use a Skype name which elicits funny or unfavorable ideas about you." A name that elicits unfavorable or funny ideas may raise some doubts about one's ability and skills towards the aspirant. And no one would want to lose the chance of getting the job because of that.
Repeated Itching of Nose or Touching of Hair
Most people are fond of touching their face throughout the day, and it's no big deal unless they are in the midst of a job interview. The gesture shows unprofessionalism which is not good in creating good impressions. That's why, just like what it has been posted in Career Wizz, "Be mindful of your self-touching, such as itching your nose or touching your hair, as it can make you appear nervous or uncertain -- the last thing you want in a Skype interview, where the viewing window is so small," said communication expert Wayne Soares.
Drinking or Eating During the Interview
If an aspirant wants to feel more relaxed, drinking or eating during the interview won't help. No one has taken food or drink during a face-to-face interview right? A Skype interview is no different. Food and drinks in one's hands would just create an impression that the aspirant is not interested in taking the interview, as posted in Career Realism.
Preparing for the job interview is never easy. That's why it's important that an aspirant should consider these ideas in order not to commit the same mistakes again.
