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Has anyone ever interviewed for a position over Skype? Should I dress in a full suit? I mean, they will only be able to see from my mid-chest to shoulders and up. Of course I'd wear a button down shirt and tie. Obviously, I always interview in person, so I always wear a suit. Never interviewed over skype before. ??? ??? ???
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I have interviewed people this way
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I have interviewed people this way
technology is the way of the future
the information superhighway
Was it awkward? ??? ??? ???
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Was it awkward? ??? ??? ???
not really, but it was pretty informal. I think it depends on the industry but the tech guys are pretty casual. I would follow the normal conventions.
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Has anyone ever interviewed for a position over Skype? Should I dress in a full suit? I mean, they will only be able to see from my mid-chest to shoulders and up. Of course I'd wear a button down shirt and tie. Obviously, I always interview in person, so I always wear a suit. Never interviewed over skype before. ??? ??? ???
Yes I personally would wear a suit and dress as smartly as you can to create the right effect you want. If it was me I'd put on my best cufflinks and aftershave even if they are never seen they will put you in the appropriate mind-set and ready to win that job.
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The easiest mistake to avoid is to be under dressed.
Even if you're over dressed the people won't hold it against you unless, for example, you're talking to farmers and you're wearing a tux.
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not really, but it was pretty informal. I think it depends on the industry but the tech guys are pretty casual. I would follow the normal conventions.
Gotcha. The person said the interview will be between 90-120 minutes.
In terms of dress, I planned on wearing a suit anyway.
I was just more concerned about it being awkward or not over skype. Not that I have much of a choice anyway.
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Yes I personally would wear a suit and dress as smartly as you can to create the right effect you want. If it was me I'd put on my best cufflinks and aftershave even if they are never seen they will put you in the appropriate mind-set and ready to win that job.
Yes, this makes absolute sense. I can definitely see how dressing the part, even though youre not there in person, can put you in the right mindset, as if you were actually there.
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The easiest mistake to avoid is to be under dressed.
Even if you're over dressed the people won't hold it against you unless, for example, you're talking to farmers and you're wearing a tux.
I'm actually interviewing for a sales position at Caliber Fitness with owner Melvin Goodrum, CSN, MFT!
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Gotcha. The person said the interview will be between 90-120 minutes.
In terms of dress, I planned on wearing a suit anyway.
I was just more concerned about it being awkward or not over skype. Not that I have much of a choice anyway.
technical glitches make things awkward in these scenarios. one needs to be in command of their setup.
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I have hired many people in my life. I would never interview anyone unless they are right in front of me. I can easily read people and body English can speak louder than words sometimes. Plus I want them to feel my vibe since they will be working for me.
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Take a cardboard cutout of yourself in a suit. Cut out holes in the eyes and mouth. Then you can just behind it naked and comfy while you interview.
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Yes, this makes absolute sense. I can definitely see how dressing the part, even though youre not there in person, can put you in the right mindset, as if you were actually there.
Best of luck, bet you'll do great.
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I have hired many people in my life. I would never interview anyone unless they are right in front of me. I can easily read people and body English can speak louder than words sometimes. Plus I want them to feel my vibe since they will be working for me.
Well, I assume this place has done it over skype with no issues, otherwise they would have abandoned this process. There is no choice in the matter. I will make the best of it.
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Take a cardboard cutout of yourself in a suit. Cut out holes in the eyes and mouth. Then you can just behind it naked and comfy while you interview.
LMAO!! I should get a cardboard cut out of Vince Goodrum posing and use that. :D :D
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Best of luck, bet you'll do great.
Thanks! Already been on a few so far, but they were all in person! So, I felt much more relaxed.
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Interesting. ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::)
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I have hired many people in my life. I would never interview anyone unless they are right in front of me. I can easily read people and body English can speak louder than words sometimes. Plus I want them to feel my vibe since they will be working for me.
I'm assuming this is a first stage interview.
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Donny prefers to Skype naked, but this might not be the smartest strategy when you apply for a position.
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I have done this a few times and find it annoying, but increasingly search committees and recruiters want to Skype. The last time I did it was for a job at the University of Hawaii. Obviously, they want to screen people before going to the expense of flying you in from the mainland. As has been suggested, you need to dress fully for the interview; how you dress though depends on your industry. Some things to consider:
• where will you do this? At home? Work? Or some other designated area? You need to think about this for a couple reasons. Be certain that your location is free from distracting background noises (coworkers, street traffic, a barking dog, kids, etc). You need to be in a perfectly quite space so that your voice is the only sound they will hear.
• What will be behind you while you are on camera? You should have a nondescript background (like a blank wall or a bookcase of innocuous books) because they will see and notice whatever is behind you. Having the wrong thing in the background can make a very bad impression.
• If you are at home or work, experiment beforehand with lighting so you have a good sense of how you appear on camera. Bad lighting has the potential to reflect poorly on you so look into this. You may want to use some sort of spotlight so that you are not too dark.
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Donny prefers to Skype naked, but this might not the smartest strategy when you apply for a position.
Unless it's Donnys favorite position.......behind the glory hole. :D
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I'm assuming this is a first stage interview.
Who knows what will happen after the first interview. :o :o
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I have done this a few times and find it annoying, but increasingly search committees and recruiters want to Skype. The last time I did it was for a job at the University of Hawaii. Obviously, they want to screen people before going to the expense of flying you in from the mainland. As has been suggested, you need to dress fully for the interview; how you dress though depends on your industry. Some things to consider:
• where will you do this? At home? Work? Or some other designated area? You need to think about this for a couple reasons. Be certain that your location is free from distracting background noises (coworkers, street traffic, a barking dog, kids, etc). You need to be in a perfectly quite space so that your voice is the only sound they will hear.
• What will be behind you while you are on camera? You should have a nondescript background (like a blank wall or a bookcase of innocuous books) because they will see and notice whatever is behind you. Having the wrong thing in the background can make a very bad impression.
• If you are at home or work, experiment beforehand with lighting so you have a good sense of how you appear on camera. Bad lighting has the potential to reflect poorly on you so look into this. You may want to use some sort of spotlight so that you are not too dark.
Never considered that. That's a very good point! Thanks!
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I always go for the bookcase if available haha
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I always go for the bookcase if available haha
I have a "bust" of Sigmund Freud. Should I put that right behind me? ;D ;D ;D ;D
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I have a "bust" of Sigmund Freud. Should I put that right behind me? ;D ;D ;D ;D
Wouldn't be the first time you had a guy behind you. ::)
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You should wear your signed 'Mayor of Bodybuilding' shirt in the interview and excuse yourself to take regular sips of your protein shake hence talking so much render you catabolic
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Never considered that. That's a very good point! Thanks!
Have your computer screen in the background with getbig open. :o
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Also start the interview with some Classic getbigger lines
'Do I look wider than Heath in this Suit'
'I'm wearing a suit to look good for the interview not because I have as many torn muscles as Branch'
'I'll fill this role easily this job is Light Weight baby'
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You should wear your signed 'Mayor of Bodybuilding' shirt in the interview and excuse yourself to take regular sips of your protein shake hence talking so much render you catabolic
Well, I should stay hydrated during the interview. I will most likely have a bottle of water. Gots to stay hydrated. Will be hitting the gym after.
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Have your computer screen in the background with getbig open. :o
Should have put this on my CV:
Name: SF1900
Posts: 30108 (9.943 per day)
Position: Getbig V
Date Registered: November 24, 2007, 09:24:14 AM
Last Active: Today at 06:07:20 PM
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Should have put this on my CV:
Name: SF1900
Posts: 30108 (9.943 per day)
Position: Getbig V
Date Registered: November 24, 2007, 09:24:14 AM
Last Active: Today at 06:07:20 PM
And every five minutes toss in a Musclecenter thumbs up most muscular pose
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And every five minutes toss in a Musclecenter thumbs up most muscular pose
haha, just like this!
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haha, just like this!
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That's the one!
Unless you have a pink bunny suit to wear.....
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That's the one!
Unless you have a pink bunny suit to wear.....
LMAO!!
That bunnysuit picture will go down in getbig infamy! :-X :-X
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LMAO!!
That bunnysuit picture will go down in getbig infamy! :-X :-X
Every five minutes turn around and do the Wedding Crashers, "Mom the meatloaf.....fuck" yell into the background.
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Every five minutes turn around and do the Wedding Crashers, "Mom the meatloaf.....fuck" yell into the background.
Never seen "wedding crashers." Perhaps Ill have to log off of getbig at some point in my life and watch it!
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Never seen "wedding crashers." Perhaps Ill have to log off of getbig at some point in my life and watch it!
At the end of the interview you could get up and walk away without pants and underwear on.
Just suit jacket and bare ass....
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At the end of the interview you could get up and walk away without pants and underwear on.
Just suit jacket and bare ass....
Reminds me of the episode where Joe from Impractical Jokers goes into the interview with this shirt on.
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Reminds me of the episode where Joe from Impractical Jokers goes into the interview with this shirt on.
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Or just keep repeating something dumb like, "doesn't that make your ass feel like you squatted on your spurs" every time there is a pause in the conversation.
Or.....hands under the table and thump them up against it in a rhythmic fashion like you're waxing the dolphin
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Also no matter the question, steer the conversation toward politics, religion and race. :D
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Also no matter the question, steer the conversation toward politics, religion and race. :D
Might as well just link them to getbig!
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Never seen "wedding crashers." Perhaps Ill have to log off of getbig at some point in my life and watch it!
Highly recommended.
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I was on a group webinar recently where someone was pissing and flushed the toilet in the background.
So heads up: avoid this faux pas.
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Also no matter the question, steer the conversation toward politics, religion and race. :D
"Well, that about covers all the questions we had for you. So, what questions do you have about our firm?"
"That's great and I'm glad you asked... You know, company culture is clearly important so could you tell me would any of my direct reports be blacks or mexicans?"
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"Well, that about covers all the questions we had for you. So, what questions do you have about our firm?"
"That's great and I'm glad you asked... You know, company culture is clearly important so could you tell me would any of my direct reports be blacks or mexicans?"
Good thing its not a firm!!
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so if I want to job I need to wear a Jean Paul Gotiere suit, rimmed glasses, be in a quite starbucks with nothing but tight-assed females in the background, and also possess the skills to be a full time barista at the establishment you broadcast from
im ready - skype me : Just4Men1972rimjobDeepli ke
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It's easy to forget that you're online and not in person and do some eye rolls ::) to stupid questions or get distracted. Always pay attention that you're still on camera.
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Skype interviews, pre-employment aptitude and personality tests and on and on for companies offering 50k a year with a PhD...fuck that.
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Skype interviews, pre-employment aptitude and personality tests and on and on for companies offering 50k a year with a PhD...fuck that.
After all that they end up hiring the Indian with an H1B Visa
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Skype interviews, pre-employment aptitude and personality tests and on and on for companies offering 50k a year with a PhD...fuck that.
Lol
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i would invite musclecenter to guest pose during the interview break
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I'm actually interviewing for a sales position at Caliber Fitness with owner Melvin Goodrum, CSN, MFT!
in that case, don't wear any pants and make sure you just "accidentally" hit the webcam so it shows your raging erection (no homo)
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Skype interviews, pre-employment aptitude and personality tests and on and on for companies offering 50k a year with a PhD...fuck that.
Well, this is for a PostDoctoral Fellowship position.
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in that case, don't wear any pants and make sure you just "accidentally" hit the webcam so it shows your raging erection (no homo)
lol.
FF, if you had the opportunity to move to the USA and work for Caliber Fitness Solutions, would you? :D :D
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Never considered that. That's a very good point! Thanks!
Consider having a whore suck on your cock/balls/asshole while giving the interview. You will feel invincible.
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Skype interviews, pre-employment aptitude and personality tests and on and on for companies offering 50k a year with a PhD...fuck that.
Really...
Isn't the government offering that to single moms of 2 nowadays?
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Well, this is for a PostDoctoral Fellowship position.
If and this is a big IF, you do manage to beat out the other 500+ candidates for the position, will the salary they are offering even put a dent in your student loans? Lets be honest..I sincerely wish you the best, but the reality is there are a lot of people pursuing higher education only to find out that there is a complete lack of opportunities. I know a woman doing the very thing and once she does get a job offer in the field she pursed her PhD in with the amount of student debt she has she's going to be living in a one bedroom apartment for a very long time.
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I had the Skype interview last week. They offered me the Postdoctoral Fellowship. Looks like I will be leaving NYC for 1 year. :D :D :D
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I had the Skype interview last week. They offered me the Postdoctoral Fellowship. Looks like I will be leaving NYC for 1 year. :D :D :D
Hey, Big Congratulations!
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I had the Skype interview last week. They offered me the Postdoctoral Fellowship. Looks like I will be leaving NYC for 1 year. :D :D :D
congrats. I look forward to hearing how your thesis about hebrew cultural identity plays out with focus on Wiggs' and Goodrum's linguistic dominance among their peers.
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Hey, Big Congratulations!
Thanks, Kahn!! We will continue to wax philosophically!! :D :D
Starts in September!
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I had the Skype interview last week. They offered me the Postdoctoral Fellowship. Looks like I will be leaving NYC for 1 year. :D :D :D
Congrats!
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congrats. I look forward to hearing how your thesis about hebrew cultural identity plays out with focus on Wiggs' and Goodrum's linguistic dominance among their peers.
Thanks! :D :D
Too bad the placement is not in Sylva, NC!! :'( :'( :'(
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Congrats!
Thanks, dude! :D :D
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I had the Skype interview last week. They offered me the Postdoctoral Fellowship. Looks like I will be leaving NYC for 1 year. :D :D :D
That's good to hear, to which place will you go?
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That's good to hear, to which place will you go?
Thanks dude!! Im happy! :)
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Great news!
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Thanks, friend!! :D :D
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Thanks! :D :D
Too bad the placement is not in Sylva, NC!! :'( :'( :'(
Where will you be going?
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Make sure you have a picture of TBombs on your wall behind you when you Skype. Maybe a black and white photo of him to show your artistic side...
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lol.
FF, if you had the opportunity to move to the USA and work for Caliber Fitness Solutions, would you? :D :D
I would prefer to be his private chauffeur driving the Jaguar.
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Make sure you have a picture of TBombs on your wall behind you when you Skype. Maybe a black and white photo of him to show your artistic side...
Interview already happened. :)
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For my current job, all of my interviews were over the phone with the main one which I had to present a case study, was over Skype.
It was actually, supposed to be in person but because my wife was pregnant and due any minute, I couldn't travel so we did it over Skype (we ran to the hospital for delivery the second I hung up).
But yes, I wore a full suit during the interview (as did the interviewers but they were in the office).
I have actually held meetings over Skype where I've worn a nice shirt on top and boxers on the bottom lol.
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For my current job, all of my interviews were over the phone with the main one which I had to present a case study, was over Skype.
It was actually, supposed to be in person but because my wife was pregnant and due any minute, I couldn't travel so we did it over Skype (we ran to the hospital for delivery the second I hung up).
But yes, I wore a full suit during the interview (as did the interviewers but they were in the office).
I have actually held meetings over Skype where I've worn a nice shirt on top and boxers on the bottom lol.
Was the interview with All-Natural Doug Miller?
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Was the interview with All-Natural Doug Miller?
This topic is really at the top if your mind.... Like it drives you crazy doesn't it ,:-D
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This topic is really at the top if your mind.... Like it drives you crazy doesn't it ,:-D
Deep down inside, you know this is not natural
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