Hello Nlders, recently I was invited for a Skype interview by one technology oriented coy. Prior to that time, I had no experience on how to go about it. I googled and I got some points I would like to share and also peeps that have one or two tips to add should do so for the benefit of everyone since some coys are now conducting interviews online.

1. LOOK INTO THE CAMERA
During Skype interviews, some people fixate on themselves on the computer screen. This gives the impression that the candidate is not making eye contact with the interviewer on the other end. When an interview starts, take a moment to make sure you look fine on the screen, then focus on looking into the camera.

2. GET RID OF DISTRACTIONS
Make sure that [you're] the only living object in view. Maybe you're 27 and living with your parents, but the person interviewing you doesn't need to know that. Let the people in your life know what's happening, and insist they stay at the opposite side of the house/apartment. If you have kids, it would be helpful to have a babysitter come to make sure there is no crying during the Skype session. And pets should also be out of view.

3.PUT YOUR HANDS WHERE IT CAN BE SEEN
Make sure that the camera on your computer gives a good shot of your head and shoulders, as well as of your hands. Remember that a good portion of understanding comes from body language and other non-verbal cues, so you want to make sure that the upper half of your body is showing.

4.DRESS FOR SUCCESS
It may seem like a good idea to wear a dressy top, and shorts below where you think the camera might not see it. But you might be surprised how wardrobe malfunctions can happen. Dress the part 100 percent... just like you are going into a real interview, which this is!

5.AVOID TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES
It is of utmost importance to ensure that your internet connection works properly during a Skype interview. It is difficult to have a discussion if the interviewer is unable to hear you due to technological difficulties and interruptions. The impression will be that you are unreliable.

6. SOUND STRONG
Clarity is very important. For heaven's sakes, buy a USB connected headset because the microphone jack usually provides a suboptimal experience.

7.SLOW IT DOWN
It can be easier to talk over people on a Skype call so wait for the interviewer to stop speaking before you answer. This also gives you a few seconds to think about what you want to say before you speak.

8.KNOW PROPER WEBCAM ETIQUETTE
Do not sit too close to the camera. Sit up straight-posture goes a long way. Look at the camera. When you look directly at the camera, it appears to the interviewer that you are looking directly at them/making eye contact. Also, Sitting forward and leaning toward the camera so you become a talking head, just like on TV. This is the best way for employers to read your facial expression, which can add a great deal of meaning to your words.

9.BE ENTHUSIASTIC
Skype interviews tend to dampen one's personality so make an effort to smile and act like your pleasant self as much as possible.

10.GET A PROPER HANDLE ON IT
Whether it's Skype, an instant-messaging client, or another videoconferencing app, you likely have a user name or "handle" that you sign in with. Make sure it's not something like beerlover2011 or casanova4u. As with your email account, choose something professional -- if you can't use just your name because it's already taken, try your name combined with your industry. For example (seun_nairaland)

Nice Tips

Nice one OP.
Many People won't appreciate this because this form of Interview is very rare over here. But anyways, good tips.

I can't tell, might see myself in this position someday been interviewed through skype.

SirLegal:
Nice one OP.
Many People won't appreciate this because this form of Interview is very rare over here. But anyways, good tips.

I can't tell, might see myself in this position someday been interviewed through skype.

I know many won't value it. But it doesn't mean I shouldn't share it coz u neva can tell who might need it someday.

Danke