Keywords

interviewing, virtual interviews, communication skills, confidence, body language, filler words, pauses, professional presence, interview tips, self-awareness

Summary

In this conversation, Wes Ehnert discusses essential tips for mastering interviews, particularly in a virtual setting. He emphasizes the importance of visual presentation, eliminating filler words, and using pauses effectively to convey confidence. Ehnert also highlights the detrimental effects of trailing up statements and qualifiers, advocating for clear and definitive communication. The session concludes with a call to practice these techniques for improved professional interactions.

Takeaways

Everyone interviews for something at some point.

Visuals are crucial in virtual interviews.

Filler words can undermine your confidence.

Pauses can enhance the impact of your message.

Avoid trailing up statements to sound more confident.

Qualifiers can weaken your statements.

Silence can convey confidence and authority.

Practice eliminating filler words to improve clarity.

Definitive statements are more powerful than qualifiers.

Self-awareness is key to improving communication skills.

Titles

Mastering Interview Techniques for Success

The Power of Visuals in Virtual Interviews

Sound Bites

"Silence is extremely powerful."

"Avoiding trail ups shows confidence."

"Don't add qualifiers to your statements."

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Interviewing Skills

01:23 Visual Presentation in Interviews

02:52 Verbal Communication Techniques

10:17 Eliminating Filler Words and Pauses

14:51 Making Confident Statements

19:32 Final Tips for Effective Communication