4 Things to Do Before Your Next Video Interview

4 Things to Do Before Your Next Video Interview4 Things to Do Before Your Next Video Interview8You know your elevator pitch, youre ready for curve balls, and you know exactly how you want to end the conversation, but how well do you know the video conference tool for your next interview? Do you know what to do before your next video interview?Video interviews can be confidence-crushers, more nerve-wracking than in-person interviews when youre elend comfortable with video interviewing software. You may luck out and land an interview in a tool youve called Mom on, but many small businesses and enterprises alike use professional business tools like iMeet.Anytime you use a new a technology or interface, youll feel a level of discomfort (think about when you have to relearn everything when you switch phones, for example), and you probably wont be alone. Consider how many candidates go through the same motions (Wait, I cant turn on my webcam. Wheres that button? Hold on a second.).But what if you showed up to your online meeting zipping through the tool like an old pro?Here are four things to do before you next video interviewInterview Online Like a Power UserHere are four things to do before your next video interview to calm your spinning mind and stand out from the competitionGet Started Once you receive your interview logistics, go ahead and register for the video interviewing software. You may need to create a zugang and profile or even download software. This way, youll be right on time. And unless you already have an account or its free, you may need to sign up for a free version or trial to test it out without going into the interviewers online meeting room.Get Familiar Once youre in, familiarize yourself with the layout. Find out how to turn on your webcam, test your connection and mute your background. Some tools may be chock full of options, some intuitive. Either way, youll establish a comfort navigating so you dont have to stop and ask for directions duri ng the interview.Get Savvy Now that youve got the basics down, heres how you really stand out in a video interview. Locate other features you probably wouldnt use and find out how to smartly incorporate them. Find a place to chat you may want to send a link to your blog or online portfolio while youre responding or listening. Learn how to share your screen or send files if your interviewer says they cant find your attached recommendations or sample of writing, instead of going to your email, just pop it into your meeting room.Get Personal Take advantage of features to personalize your profile. Fill out a bio with your lifes motto. Upload additional photos of yourself for conversation starters. Link up your social media pages, if available, so the interviewer can quickly see your massive followers on Twitter or find out who you both know on LinkedIn.Stress Less and ImpressInstead of worrying about the technology, you can focus just on the questions, showcase your strengths, and revea l personal hobbies. Plus, taking the initiative to learn the video interviewing software demonstrates your proactive personality and ability to quickly learn new things.Business technology like video conferencing is a pillar for flex work programs at many companies. Proving you can confidently communicate just as well through a webcam as a conference room will help prove to interviewers that youll be an engaged, successful flex worker.Readers, are you looking ace your next video interview? Share you favorite tips with us in the comment section belowAshley Speagle lives in Atlanta and works as a communications specialist forPGi, a leading global provider of collaboration software and services for over 20 years. PGi is constantly innovating, developing new technologies to make virtual meetings easier and more productive than ever before. Learn more at PGis blog, The Future of Business Collaboration.