Bill completed a number of courses in computer programming in recent years and has always enjoyed working with computers. He currently is completing a certification in computer network administration. He recently posted his resume on a website and was contacted by a medium-size firm in a small city about 100 miles from his home in Columbus, Ohio. The company would like to conduct a screening interview with him.
Please discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each of the following types of interviews. Additionally, what preparation recommendations do you have for Bill? What would feel different about each type of interview and how should Bill account for this to present himself in the best possible context?
a) In-person interview at the company’s headquarters.
b) Video conference interview, with the interviewers at the company’s headquarters and Bill at the company’s search firm in Columbus.
c) A telephone interview with the interviewer at the company’s headquarters and Bill at his home.