Employers may be unconsciously biased towards untidy/non-aesthetically pleasing backgrounds. It could also impact the confidence of the applicant. I'd recommend you change this.
Following up to say this is a super important feature for us. I sometimes have to do quite a bit of editing, whereas when they are on call live with client via Zoom or Google Meet it gives them the option.
It’s also more respectful and less intrusive.
Riah Gonzalez
•
Nov 7, 2025
I second this! I exclusively recruit freelance virtual assistants in the Philippines and most don’t have a designated office space for video.
Current workaround is to recommend they have a quiet and clutter free space for the interview but the bias is there if they can’t.
Comments2
Riah Gonzalez
Sep 23
Following up to say this is a super important feature for us. I sometimes have to do quite a bit of editing, whereas when they are on call live with client via Zoom or Google Meet it gives them the option.
It’s also more respectful and less intrusive.
Riah Gonzalez
Nov 7, 2025
I second this! I exclusively recruit freelance virtual assistants in the Philippines and most don’t have a designated office space for video.
Current workaround is to recommend they have a quiet and clutter free space for the interview but the bias is there if they can’t.