I have been interviewing with a company, today will be the third round in the process.

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1. Jackie GhedineNovember 3,2021 at 12:03PM UTC

   Sometimes it can feel overwhelming seeing all those people. A good trick is to focus on yourself and not on all the people staring at you, it can make it easier.

   One of the keys to Zoom is to remember there could be a delay, give space in between a question being asked and your answer and space after you make your own statements and answer a question. This keeps people form talking over each other and it feeling like an interruption.

   In the beginning of the meeting, if everyone doesn't introduce themselves and their role, ask for everyone to do this. One, it allows you to understand where they may fit in the organization and secondly, it shows how you gather information and take the lead in meetings.

   Good luck! You've totally got this.

2. Nicolle Joy WilfengerNovember 3,2021 at 12:08PM UTC

   Ahhh.. the tag team interview. My advice is think of it like you're on a talk show, like "The View" and you're the special guest. Go into it with a positive feeling since you're the celebrity they want to interview! I have found that interviews are like men - if they sense fear and dread or desperation, they will not hire you. If you are calm and confident and they sense you're fine either way and not desperate, you'll get the job. GOOD LUCK! You've made it this far and you will ace this!

3. AnonymousNovember 3,2021 at 12:29PM UTC

   Definitely ask them questions. Maybe what do they like best about working at that company. In my experience the group interview towards the end of the process is more about seeing how you mesh with the team and dynamics. Be personable and connect with those on the call.

4. Lesa Edwards, Career Coach & Master Resume WriterNovember 3,2021 at 1:54PM UTC

   1. The more you know about the people you'll be interviewing with, the better. If you have their names, look them up on LI.
   2. Direct your answer to each question to the person who asked that question, but include the others in the room. In other words, focus your eyes on the asker, but frequently scan the room to make eye contact with the others.
   3. Because it's your first Zoom meeting (how is that possible? LOL), check your equipment ahead of time including audio and video. Make sure your lighting is appropriate, background isn't distracting, etc.

   Hope this helps!

5. AnonymousNovember 3,2021 at 2:32PM UTC

   Usually they set out the Rules of Engagement at the onset telling you the number of questions and the order of the individuals who will be asking you each question.

   For teleconferences, I dress up and do everything that I would do if I was going to be interviewed in the office environment. This way they "SEE" me as a Professional.

   You will ROCK! Best regards!

6. Amy SanchezNovember 3,2021 at 4:22PM UTC

   Congrats on the third interview! I always tell my clients to think of five ROCKSTAR past career stories and get them ready for STAR format (Situation, Task, Action, Result). That way, you're ready to answer almost any question that starts with "tell me about a time when...."

   As to the volume of people, understandable that you'd be a little nervous, that's a lot of people! The good news is, they can't go very deep with so many people on the call. The best thing you can do is keep your composure, exude confidence, and build rapport.

   Try to meditate beforehand to center yourself, that always helps to silent the internal narrative and keep you present. Good luck!