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Tips for Telephone Interviews

Tips for Telephone Interviews. Are You Ready for a Phone Interview?. Don’t be intimidated Phone interview is often a prelude to a face-to-face interview Used to select a pool of candidates to have a more in-depth interview. 1. Allow Enough Time. Make sure you do your homework

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Tips for Telephone Interviews

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  1. Tips for Telephone Interviews

  2. Are You Ready for a Phone Interview? • Don’t be intimidated • Phone interview is often a prelude to a face-to-face interview • Used to select a pool of candidates to have a more in-depth interview

  3. 1. Allow Enough Time • Make sure you do your homework • Prepare for the interview by thinking of questions ahead of time • Schedule at a mutually convenient time • Allow for more than 30 minutes • Make sure to jot down the name and number of the person you interview with

  4. 2. Find a Quiet Place • Quiet area with no distractions • No TV, Barking Dogs, Children, Radio…etc. • Eliminate all disturbances • Tell family/roommates not to bother you • Turn off cell phone (if calling from home phone) • If not possible to have a quiet place at home then arrange to take call elsewhere • Car, School, Office…etc.

  5. 3. Caution!! Note Taking • Have pen and paper available • Write down address, phone number, and correct spelling of name • Try NOT to take notes during interview • Note taking can create uncomfortable pauses • You may miss important information • Write notes at conclusion of interview • It will still be fresh in your mind

  6. 4. Dress Professionally • It will make a difference on how you feel about yourself • Assume same dress and professional demeanor as you would meeting in person • Positive and confident attitude important!

  7. 5. Be Prepared • List of what to have on hand: • Advertisement you responded to • Copy of your resume and cover letter • Copy of a well rehearsed statement of your professional and educational background • List of your skills • List of questions for you to ask the interviewer

  8. 6. Practice, Practice, Practice!! • Practice with a friend/relative • Practice in front of a mirror • Smile, it impacts your attitude and even over the phone you can tell • Speak clearly and sincerely • Do not rush the conversation • Listen • Pausing to gather thoughts is OKAY!

  9. 7. Things to Watch Out for • Don’t ramble • Don’t interrupt the interviewer • Focus your questions on situation at hand • Avoid long periods of silence • Don’t discuss compensation • Better to deal with those questions in person • When in person you can then inquire the salary range for the position

  10. 8. Conclusion of Interview • Ask other questions • THANK THE INTERVIEWER • Show enthusiasm about pursing opportunity • Ask about next step in the process • Write a thank you note the same day • After a couple days follow up with a phone call • to reinforce your desire for an in person interview

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