As you practice, get feedback as to how your nonverbal messages are coming across from your interview buddy. Be careful not to hunch over your computer screen remember to keep your body open (no crossed arms) and try to make your gestures as natural as possible. In addition to eye contact, virtual interviews pose some extra challenges to one's body language. It's helpful to think of yourself as a television reporter and recognize that the camera represents your audience. You'll need to train yourself to hold your gaze on the camera.
You don't want to do that as it makes you look inattentive and distracted. This requires practice because most people initially focus on the activity being displayed on their own computer screens. Turn off your phone and avoid any radios/TVs blaring in the next room. Also, make sure that your selected area is free from any potential interruptions or noise. So be certain to have your computer set up in an area where the background is as businesslike as possible - no kitchens, bedrooms, or toy-filled family rooms. But, more likely, an untidy setting will give the impression you're disorganized and unprofessional. At a minimum, a messy scene behind you will prove distracting. Be sure your background is professional and neat.Shadows across your face can give you a less than flattering appearance and serve to diminish your impact. Move your computer to an area where your face will get plenty of full-on light. You'll want to become familiar with the various technical aspects of virtual interviewing so that you can present yourself with confidence. Prepare and practice with an "interview buddy" several times prior to your interview. Make certain you are comfortable with the technology.
It may be the needed final step to give both sides the comfort necessary to make the next-level commitment: either bringing you in for the face-to-face interview, or possibly even an immediate offer. Video interviewing can connect you with employers when time, distance, or travel expense are barriers to setting up an interview.
Although it is difficult to maintain eye contact with a camera, do your best to keep your attention focused in that direction. During the interview, do your best to focus on the camera, not the screen. You should get yourself ready prior to the interview and check out how you will appear on the screen. If you schedule a Skype interview, familiarize yourself with your webcam and the Skype controls. Or, if you know the other user is on Apple and you are as well, you can use Facetime. You simply need a webcam and Skype installed on both sides. If you cannot connect in person, connect via Skype over your computer or phone. With recent advances in technology, you now have another option for the cross-country interviews.
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