Does anybody else feel like Zoom is hurting them in job interviews? I personally am far more charismatic in person than I am hunched over talking to a webcam.

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I got my current job and last job over Zoom. But I do feel like I would have gotten more offers if I could have interviewed in person.

Like CD said, though, work on the virtual skills. If you can make a personal connection with someone over Zoom vs in-person, you’ll be invaluable as Zoom is here to stay as I don’t see most agencies going back to 100% in office 5 days a week. And those remote days you’ll still need to present over Zoom, meet with your boss, coworkers, etc.

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I’ve done better on zoom. Good background, a piece of art something interesting is great. Don’t sit too close to the camera either, allow yourself to have body language, don’t be stiff.

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To answer the question, of course. But, might I suggest some home office improvements? Prop your laptop up or get a webcam and place it at eye level. There’s no need to hunch.

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It’s a challenge, but you’ll likely be expected to attend a lot of video calls with clients. Building up your Zoom skills is essential to succeeding these days.

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Virtual work meetings are fine, but getting "in the zone" for a job interview is always a challenge for me over webcam. Maybe I should just start snorting coke before my interviews. Jk

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