What are the best practices for acing a video interview in a Performance Management role?

1 Prepare your environment

Before the interview, make sure you have a quiet, well-lit, and professional-looking space to conduct the interview. Test your internet connection, camera, microphone, and software to avoid any technical glitches. Have a backup plan in case something goes wrong. Also, have your resume, portfolio, and any other relevant documents ready to share on your screen if needed.

3 Research the company and the role

One of the most important aspects of any interview is demonstrating your knowledge and interest in the company and the role. Research the company's mission, vision, values, goals, and performance indicators. Find out what are the main challenges and opportunities they face, and how your skills and experience can help them. Also, research the role's responsibilities, expectations, and competencies, and prepare some examples of how you have applied them in your previous or current work.

4 Practice your answers and questions

Video interviews can be more challenging than face-to-face ones, as you have to deal with potential delays, interruptions, or distractions. To overcome these obstacles, practice your answers and questions beforehand. Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method to structure your answers and provide specific and measurable examples of your performance. Also, prepare some insightful and relevant questions to ask the interviewer about the company, the role, and the next steps.

5 Engage with the interviewer

During the interview, try to build rapport and trust with the interviewer. Smile, make eye contact, and use positive body language. Speak clearly, concisely, and confidently, and avoid filler words, jargon, or slang. Listen actively and attentively to the interviewer's questions and comments, and respond accordingly. Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and appreciation for the opportunity. Also, avoid checking your phone, email, or other notifications, and focus on the conversation.

6 Follow up after the interview

After the interview, send a thank-you email to the interviewer within 24 hours. Express your gratitude for their time and attention, and reiterate your interest and fit for the role. Highlight your main strengths and achievements, and address any gaps or concerns that may have arisen during the interview. Also, ask for feedback and clarification on the next steps of the hiring process. This will show your professionalism, commitment, and communication skills.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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