Module 1 - Setting Up the Interview
First Interview
Convenience
Video Interview: Offers flexibility in scheduling, location, and saves travel time. Candidates and interviewers can participate from different geographic locations.
In-Person Interview: Requires travel to a specific location, which may be inconvenient, but it provides a structured setting that can help assess punctuality, professional behavior, and how the candidate handles face-to-face interactions.
Communication & Body Language
Video Interview: Limits non-verbal cues, body language, and eye contact due to camera angles, potential lags, or screen fatigue. However, it can still give insight into how candidates manage remote communication tools.
In-Person Interview: Offers a fuller view of body language, facial expressions, and overall presence, helping assess interpersonal skills and confidence more effectively.
Technical Issues
Efficiency
Personal Connection
Assessment of Environment & Culture
Interview Formality & Perception
Video Interview: Can suffer from technical problems such as poor internet connection, audio/video lag, or software issues, which can disrupt the flow of the conversation or cause stress for the candidate.
In-Person Interview: Generally free from technical glitches, creating a smoother experience, but logistical factors (e.g., weather, transport) can still cause issues.
Video Interview: Easier to schedule multiple interviews in a shorter time frame and handle early-stage screening efficiently.
In-Person Interview: More time-consuming, but can be more thorough for final rounds when deeper discussions and assessments are needed.
Video Interview: Makes it harder to build rapport as natural interaction may feel less engaging compared to face-to-face.
In-Person Interview: Allows for a more personal connection, where candidates can read the room better, build relationships, and gauge company culture more effectively.
Video Interview: Limited ability to give the candidate a feel for the company's culture or environment since they’re not physically present.
In-Person Interview: The candidate can observe the office environment, meet more team members, and get a better sense of the company culture.
Video Interview: May feel slightly more casual, and some candidates might be more comfortable in a virtual setting. However, formality can be maintained depending on the platform and preparation.
In-Person Interview: Generally considered more formal, providing the opportunity to showcase professionalism in various aspects, from attire to handshake and demeanor.
