Light it up
The light in the room should be as natural as possible. Sunlight is best if your interview falls during daylight hours, but if you choose to use a light, make sure to place it behind the web cam and monitor. Pay attention to details such as the background behind you. The background should remain neutral and the room should remain quiet.
Get made up
Although your interview is not in person, you should still be properly groomed. Keep your makeup simple like you would during an in-person interview. Concealer, groomed brows, mascara, and a subtle lipstick are all the products you need.
Make eye contact
If you are familiar with Skype, oftentimes you are looking at the person on your computer screen and not looking directly into your web cam. To make eye contact during your interview, position the web cam slightly above your eyes. Your head should be tilted up slightly to show interest, and try to avoid watching yourself on the screen during the interview.
Yes, you must wear pants
Most would assume that the lower half of your wardrobe selection may not matter much when doing a Skype interview. You might be tempted to shift in your chair or may have to get up to retrieve something, and you don’t want to be caught without appropriate bottoms that match the rest of your outfit.
No loud noises
Keep any clanky or chiming jewelry off your wrists, ears, fingers and neck. Small studs and a classic watch will do just fine. It’s always best to be simple, but still let a bit of your personality shine through. You want the interviewer to focus on your delivery and presentation, not your Juicy Couture charm bracelet.
Common Sense Tip: Last but not least, make sure your Skype name is professional. No interviewer wants to talk to someone with the Skype name “Luscious Lindsey.”
