How to Bring More Assurance and Presence to Job Interviews

This week, my guest is Lorraine K. Lee, the former editor of LinkedIn News and Prezi. She is now a Trainer, Professor, Speaker, and author of "Unforgettable Presence." 

 

Highlights:

Lorraine emphasizes the importance of having both confidence and presence during job interviews. She explains that presence doesn’t only relate to executive levels but is crucial for everyone in their career. 

 

Presence video with intentional tech setup, energy, and aesthetics, collectively termed as the “T method.”

 

Lorraine highlights how non-verbal cues, such as body language and hand gestures, influence perceptions during video interviews.

 

Lorraine discusses the significance of video presence, particularly in virtual interviews, where technical aspects such as lighting, sound, and framing play a crucial role.

 

Eliminating backlighting, ensuring eye contact, and using gestures naturally to appear more personable.

 

Lorraine advises job seekers to focus on storytelling and to convey their passion for the role to create a stronger connection with the interviewer.

 

We delve into overcoming challenges faced by new graduates during interviews. Lorraine points out that being intentional about one’s presence on platforms like LinkedIn and during virtual meetings contributes to building a professional reputation over time.

 

Lorraine shares insights on handling interviews with AI avatars, emphasizing the importance of a positive setup and practicing with real people to get feedback.

 

In another segment, my article from last week, “No! Really Breathes Life Into Your Career And Reclaim Time!”