Hello,
When presenting a case through a zoom/online plaftform should we remain seated throughout the call and present the case ? or should we stand up and present the case as this could showcase the body language as well?. (sounds funny but curious to know which is a better option).
Regards
Hi there,
Funny question indeed! Haven't hear this one before.
Please stay seated! I understand the impulse/urge, but this is very much a normal interview. As such you should remain seated!
Here are some general tips for virtual interviews:
Hello!
Had never thought of this one :)
I would actually stay seatted, mirroring what a normal interview in the pre-covid area would have looked like.
Even when seatted, particularly when you have the web cam on top of the screen, you can accompany your message very effectively with body language.
Hope it helps!
Cheers,
Clara
Hi there,
Not sure which would be the concrete advantage if you stand up. Also, the interviewer will probably find it quite weird if you do so.
Face-to-face interviews are also conducted seated normally. So I would recommend remaining seated, as you would do in an actual face-to-face interview. You can demonstrate good body language skills also in this way.
Best,
Francesco
That's a good one! Short answer: Don't do it. Just as you wouldn't stand up in a real interview for your recommendation, don't do it in a zoom interview. It will be a very awkward moment.
Do not stand up and do not do something out of the ordinary please.
Keep it simple and do it sitting :).
Hello,
I would recommend to remain seated since it's the standard way of presenting during meetings that consultants are used to join.
Best,
luca
Hi there,
It’s indeed a good question. I would stay seated. And don’t forget to follow the main rules of the online interview:
1. Eliminate Distractions
2. Find a Neutral Background
3.Test Your Gear
4. Dress up Professionally
5. Keep using paper for solving the case
Good luck,
GB
Seated - it is very difficult to properly communicate via video vs in person as is. Stick to what is acceptable and expected.
