Employers use interviews with prospective
employees to see if the person would be a
good fit for their company. Once the
interview is completed, the interviewer
would have a pretty good idea of what the
person is like and whether or not they are
what the company needs.
The
differences between telecommuting and
non telecommuting job interviews
Interviews are done in person for the jobs
that are to be done at the worksite. The
employers have an easier time judging those
they are interviewing because they can watch
the person and their reactions to various
things put forth to them. Some telecommuting
interviews are done onsite if the company is
local.
When telecommuting, the employers often are
out of state, so the interviews can’t be
done in person. These interviews are then
done over the phone. Without the face to
face contact, employers can have a more
difficult time trying to judge the person
they’re interviewing.
When interviewing for a telecommuting
position, your answers to their questions
will become extremely important. Since the
interviewers can’t see your reactions, they
will rely heavily on your answers and how
well you present yourself over the phone.
In person interviews focus a lot on a
person’s appearance as well as their answers
the questions asked of them. Being on time,
appearing professional and handling the
questions efficiently are what helps one ace
the interviews done in person. Employers
aren’t usually worried about nervousness in
these types of interviews.
Phone interviews can be just as nerve
wracking as an in-person one, but it’s
important to try to remain calm and relaxed
as possible. Your relaxed demeanor will help
you give a good impression to the
prospective employer. They expect some
nervousness, but the more nervous you are
the more likely your answers will be short
and choppy.
Telecommuting positions can have fierce
competition, so in order to increase your
chances of landing a telecommuting job with
a company; you will need to stand out from
the hundreds of other applicants that are
trying for the same position. Having a good
resume is a start, but having an equally
great interview will be necessary to get
your name out there.
Figuring out what some of the employers may
ask you and having an answer prior to the
interview can help you gain an edge on the
competition by impressing them with your
knowledge. The questions that are asked in a
face to face interview can differ from those
asked in a phone interview for a
telecommuting position.
In telecommuting, you will need to be able
to convince the employer that you can work
independently and without huge distractions
as the job duties would be performed in your
home and not at the worksite where they can
see you. When working onsite they can see
you on a daily basis, so the interviewers
won’t be too concerned with those qualities
during the interview.
When you prepare for your interviews keep
the differences in mind and be sure to focus
on what will be necessary for the type of
position you are applying for. This will
help you ace your interview and get one step
closer to landing the position.
Next: Getting Ready for Your Telecommuting Interview
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