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<blockquote data-quote="Ram Sabaratnam" data-source="post: 209914" data-attributes="member: 36738"><p>Hiya [USER=2116]@LiveLaughLawyer[/USER]</p><p></p><p></p><p>I think [USER=2672]@Jessica Booker[/USER] and [USER=36740]@Amma Usman[/USER] and [USER=36777]@Andrei Radu[/USER] might have more to add here, but wanted to get something to you. I'd just caveat that these are based on my own experiences, and they may not necessarily resonate with you (you might actually find you thrive in virtual ACs).</p><p>From my experience, I've sometimes noticed that it could be slightly more challenging to build rapport with others involved with the AC. In a physical setting, there are natural chances to chat with assessors and other candidates before the formal assessments start, during breaks, or over lunch. During virtual ACs, by contrast, I've found that the day can feel more formal and scheduled, which can make it easy to miss those small moments that help you connect with others more easily.</p><p></p><p>I'm generally a quite expressive person, and find it easy to communicate well on Zoom calls/chats. However, I've had several friends who've found it tougher to communicate clearly during virtual ACs. Body language doesn’t come across the same way, and making eye contact over Zoom just isn’t the same as when you're sitting across table from your interviewers. Some of my friends have mentioned that they've had a harder time 'reading the room' or telling how an answer/comment has landed, which can also make it more difficult to adjust in real time.</p><p></p><p>Finally, I’d just keep in mind that what feels private in a virtual setting isn’t always private. During one virtual AC I took part in, we found out that the internal messaging system was visible to graduate recruitment. This worked against a few candidates who had been a little too casual in their chats with others. It’s a good reminder to stay professional throughout and don’t assume that grad rec can’t see or read something just because it feels like a private space.</p><p></p><p>Good luck with the virtual AC!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Ram Sabaratnam, post: 209914, member: 36738"] Hiya [USER=2116]@LiveLaughLawyer[/USER] I think [USER=2672]@Jessica Booker[/USER] and [USER=36740]@Amma Usman[/USER] and [USER=36777]@Andrei Radu[/USER] might have more to add here, but wanted to get something to you. I'd just caveat that these are based on my own experiences, and they may not necessarily resonate with you (you might actually find you thrive in virtual ACs). From my experience, I've sometimes noticed that it could be slightly more challenging to build rapport with others involved with the AC. In a physical setting, there are natural chances to chat with assessors and other candidates before the formal assessments start, during breaks, or over lunch. During virtual ACs, by contrast, I've found that the day can feel more formal and scheduled, which can make it easy to miss those small moments that help you connect with others more easily. I'm generally a quite expressive person, and find it easy to communicate well on Zoom calls/chats. However, I've had several friends who've found it tougher to communicate clearly during virtual ACs. Body language doesn’t come across the same way, and making eye contact over Zoom just isn’t the same as when you're sitting across table from your interviewers. Some of my friends have mentioned that they've had a harder time 'reading the room' or telling how an answer/comment has landed, which can also make it more difficult to adjust in real time. Finally, I’d just keep in mind that what feels private in a virtual setting isn’t always private. During one virtual AC I took part in, we found out that the internal messaging system was visible to graduate recruitment. This worked against a few candidates who had been a little too casual in their chats with others. It’s a good reminder to stay professional throughout and don’t assume that grad rec can’t see or read something just because it feels like a private space. Good luck with the virtual AC! [/QUOTE]
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