Job interview tips in the age of social distancing
In the age of social distancing, the basics of any job interview remain the same – do your research on the company and the role, prepare questions, and dress appropriately.However, when everyone is staying six feet apart from each other and practicing social distancing, companies are relying more and more on new tools to find and hire employees. If you’re looking for a job during or in response to the coronavirus pandemic, phone and video interviews will become an integral part of your search.How should I interview on the phone?Smile, even when they can’t see you. It’s a cliché, but for good reason. You’ll project the same warmth and confidence as you would in person.Limit distractions. Use headphones with a microphone, sit in a quiet room, shut down your laptop, close apps or turn off notifications – whatever you need to do to reduce interruptions. The potential for distraction on the phone is high, and you could come across as if you don’t care about the role.How should I intervie...