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π¬Β Know where you want to sit for the interview (if virtual) – be mindful of what’s behind you and in view of the camera
πΒ Minimize background noises – tell everyone in the house what you’re doing to minimize background noises
π€³Β Clean the camera – wipe the lens of the camera so you’re presented clean/clear (don’t be πππ blurry candidate)
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π£οΈΒ Look up practice interview questions and think, write, and practice out loud your answers
π₯Β If you’re really feeling up to it, record yourself talking, watch your facial expressions and count how many “ums” you do
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π§Β The school – know their key philosophies and their program strengths
πΆπ»ββοΈ The campus life – tour the school if you can
πΒ Resources – know what resources are available to students
π€·π»ββοΈΒ Whatever you don’t find, save for questions to ask at the end of the interview
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π€Β If it’s a group interview, take turns. Don’t always be the first to talk.
ππΌΒ Thank the interviewer for their time, express gratitude for the opportunity to interview – more than “thank you!”
π§Β If you can write the interviewer’s full name down after the interview, you can send a follow-up email to thank them
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