Things candidates should keep in mind while virtual recruitment

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Virtual recruitment has emerged as the new standard for hiring procedures as the world transitions to the digital era. Online platforms' convenience is enabling both businesses and candidates to adjust to this development. However, candidates must be aware of a few things that might make or break their prospects if they want to stand out in a virtual recruitment environment.

This article outlines important pointers for candidates to properly handle online recruitment. “The hiring landscape witnessed new developments during the pandemic, and one such advancement that will stay here is remote hiring. Candidates found this transition a tad vexing initially.

As days passed, they became familiar with this new practice, but frankly, some level of discomfort still exists. Undoubtedly, cracking an interview in this new virtual world can be a hassle if you are not prepared or equipped with the right tools or settings. In this context, here are a few tips job seekers should keep in mind to ace an interview virtually," Ravindra Goyal, Co-Founder, Erekrut HR Automation Solutions said.Don't Gamble on Tech: Test the waters before your interview One of the common mistakes most candidates make is delay testing the platform, and it is just before the interview they end up facing unexpected technical issues.

As a result, not only do they risk being late to the interview but also jeopardize their chances of making a positive first impression. To avoid such odds, what they must do instead is try out the platform, understand its features, and check the internet connection well in advance. Ensuring that these things are sorted will make the interview experience seamless.