Remote work is suddenly one of the most talked-about trends among professionals. Every day, people are sharing their work-from-home tips and another well-known company announces plans to expand its remote work policy.
However, COVID-19 has only accelerated a trend that was already on the rise.
FlexJobs reports that the number of remote positions had increased by 44% over the past five years and 91% in the previous decade.
Whether or not you plan to return to the workplace soon, working from home will be the new reality for many people. They'll continue to find new ways to collaborate and communicate with others from afar, as we've all done the past few months.
Take the job interview for instance. Meeting with candidates gives you the opportunity to ask questions that result in the best person for the job standing out. You also get to see how they conduct themselves, think on their feet, and handle pressure.
You can still get a sense for a candidate's aptitude by conducting interviews remotely using video conferencing software—you just need to make a few adjustments. In this blog post, you'll learn everything it takes to conduct a successful remote job interview.