Video Interview- Repeat Answers?

AI

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Hi All!

I just had a query in terms of video interviews for VS/TCs.

In terms of a video interview question discussing 'why X firm', is it bad to repeat what you have said in your initial application, or should we introduce new answers as part of the question!


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j.s.cox

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    It is not bad to repeat the reasons you stated on your application. Just make sure it comes across naturally and you are giving more detail in your answers.
     

    AI

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    It is not bad to repeat the reasons you stated on your application. Just make sure it comes across naturally and you are giving more detail in your answers.
    Ah I see; thank you! Just to clarify, would it be bad if I said in the form of a list e.g. I would like to work at x firm for two mains reasons: firstly..., secondly... etc?
     

    NatashaS98

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    Hi @Aminah I, I would completely echo what @j.s.cox has said here. :)

    I think structuring your answer in the form of a list would definitely be a good thing - it really helps in video interviews to have structure to your answer, as it helps highlight that you can present your ideas/perspective clearly. When you have such a limited timeframe to give your answer, it is all the more important to be succinct and impactful with the way you phrase things.
     

    AI

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    Hi @NatashaS98! Thank you for this response! Really beneficial! So if I had 2 minutes to answer a question about 'why x firm and why should we hire you', is it bad if I use those 2 minutes to give just 2 answers i.e. what inspired me to apply for x firm was its strength in insurance (discuss further); and you should hire me because I am a creative problem-solver (discuss further). Are those answers too small i.e. do I have to give further reasons or can I just stick with two points? I just don't want it to come across as if I am rushing during the VI.

    Thanks!
     

    j.s.cox

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    I always jotted down up to 4 points to talk about on a post-it note. I would then try to talk about each experience as naturally as possible whilst the time counted down. After each experience, I would look at how much time I had left and decide if I would move on to the next point or wrap it up. I reckon anywhere between 2-4 points for an answer would work depending on the question and how much detail you can give comfortably and easily.
     

    AI

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    I always jotted down up to 4 points to talk about on a post-it note. I would then try to talk about each experience as naturally as possible whilst the time counted down. After each experience, I would look at how much time I had left and decide if I would move on to the next point or wrap it up. I reckon anywhere between 2-4 points for an answer would work depending on the question and how much detail you can give comfortably and easily.
    Perfect! @j.s.cox! Thanks so much for your help!
     
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