News of the economic downturn had a grave impact on the employment status of many Americans. Layoffs and job cuts mean people will be applying and interviewing for new positions and competing for the limited open positions. Conducting a job search in the 21^st century may look different than job searches of the past by using creative technologies to information swap. Often, a job search is concentrated within a commutable distance but occasionally a job search must be a national search. When applying for jobs in out of town areas, the use of video conferencing services can facilitate the interviewing process without having to travel to the new location. This is especially helpful when conducting preliminary screening for jobs.

The medium of teleconferencing services is beneficial for both the interviewer and the interviewee.  Job candidates can go to a video-conferencing facility and conference with an interviewer and exchange credentials and conduct a standard job interview. If the video conference goes well, the company might initiate an in-person interview where the candidate can meet with hiring managers and see the worksite.  Most job searches take several weeks, even months to conclude. Eliminating unnecessary steps including traveling to interviews gives the job seeker more time to concentrate on finding a job that meets his or her qualifications.

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