The Interview Yourself Guide

A better opportunity for you to be understood

A résumé is essential, but it can only go so far. It lists experience, qualifications and achievements. It rarely captures how you communicate, make a difficult decision, solve a problem, or convey genuine interest in a role. In a crowded applicant pool, that missing context matters.

We created Interview Yourself to give you an innovative way to introduce yourself, before an employer has even invited you to interview. Paste a job posting, answer six questions tailored to your specific opportunity, and share a private interview link alongside your application. This practical opportunity will show that you prepared, invested extra effort, and care about the position.

Research base

In NACE’s 2026 Job Outlook Spring Update, surveyed employers named teamwork (85%), problem solving (82%), verbal communication (78%), technical skills (73%) and initiative (69%) among the qualities they seek on candidates’ résumés.¹

Separately, 70% of employers in NACE’s Job Outlook 2026 survey reported using skills based hiring practices; among employers using these practices, interviews and screening were common points of evaluation.²

These studies focus primarily on early career hiring and do not establish that adding a video increases the likelihood of an offer. They do, however, illustrate the value employers place on evidence of skills, exactly the kind of evidence you can thoughtfully provide in your own words.

Your opportunity to make a stronger impression

Instead of expecting an employer to imagine how you would explain a project or collaborate with a team, offer a relevant example in your own voice. The goal is not to replace your résumé or the employer’s hiring process. It is to add a human, job specific element that most written applications cannot provide.

Four steps. One more way to stand out.

1. Paste the job link. Choose an opening that genuinely interests you.
2. Confirm your email. Complete the email confirmation step.
3. Answer six questions. Record your own answers; allow approximately 20 minutes.
4. Share your private link. Include it with your résumé or send it directly to a recruiter or employer.

Use the feature for different roles when it helps. A targeted interview can be more useful than a generic introduction, because it speaks to the actual job.

Prepare with purpose

Read the job description carefully. Identify three or four requirements that match your experience, then recall specific examples. For each example, think about the situation, what you personally did, and what changed because of your work. If you can include a concrete result, even better.

Present yourself professionally

Choose a quiet, well lit space and a clean, neutral background. Put your camera at eye level, check your microphone, silence notifications, and use a stable Internet connection. Dress as you would for an initial conversation with that employer. A polished appearance demonstrates respect for the opportunity without requiring expensive equipment.

Speak up, with warmth and enthusiasm

Look toward the camera, speak clearly, at a natural pace, and let your interest come through. Enthusiasm does not mean being theatrical. It means sounding engaged, prepared, and genuinely interested in the work. Explain technical concepts plainly. Also, take a moment to gather your thoughts before answering the questions.

No typing, scripts or outside assistance

Prepare before recording, but when you begin your video, put the notes away. Do not type, read from another screen, rely on AI generated responses, or have someone feed you answers. An employer wants to understand your knowledge, not your ability to recite a prepared statement. Authenticity builds credibility.

Answer with examples, not generalities

Compare “I’m a strong problem solver” with “Our team had a recurring system issue; I traced the cause, coordinated the fix, and helped reduce repeat incidents.” The second answer gives the employer something real to evaluate. Be accurate about your individual contribution and avoid exaggeration.

Our commitment · Built to help. Offered for free.

Why IMC offers it at no cost

We believe candidates should have more opportunities to be seen and heard, not just filtered through application forms. Interview Yourself is free for job seekers because we want to make that opportunity accessible. We also hope a helpful experience introduces more people to the IMC name and platform. Those coexisting goals create genuine value for candidates while generating trust and awareness through a high value experience.

Your information deserves respect

Privacy, responsible handling of personal information, and confidentiality are central priorities for IMC. Your interview is shared through your private link, and you can disable access through that link when you choose. Share it only with people you intend to receive it. Disabling a link cannot retrieve copies or information that someone may already have saved. For full details on collection, retention, sharing and safeguards, please consult IMC’s current privacy policy and terms.

What to expect, and what not to expect

Interview Yourself is designed to support your search, not guarantee a result. Employers independently decide whom to interview and hire, and they may or may not review an optional video. IMC cannot promise interviews, offers or employment, and is not responsible for employers’ decisions or other job search outcomes, subject to applicable law.

The message we hope you send

“I care about this opportunity enough to take an extra step. Here is how I think, communicate and contribute.” That is a strong professional introduction, whether you are entering the workforce, changing careers or pursuing your next senior role.

You have already invested in your experience. Give employers another way to appreciate it.