Mastering The Telephone Interview

People often ask me how they can prepare for a phone interview.  The biggest complaint is that it is difficult to read the interviewers body language or facial expressions.  How do you ensure you are making a great first impression? 

Well the hardest interview to overcome is a telephone interview that comes up unexpectedly.  Surprisingly short notice telephone interviews are becoming more common.  So if  you get sprung with an unexpected telephone interview still try and take a few seconds to prepare yourself. If you’re at work, put the caller on hold and close your office door.  Always find a quiet, private location. If you’re at home, the same applies.  Make sure your kids and pets are safe but as far away from the phone call as possible.  

Calling qualified applicants as the first step in the interview process allows the interviewer to narrow down the top candidates best suited for the position.  

Job seekers should always make folders for all of the positions and companies for which they applied.  In the folder put all of the information that you can find about the company, information about the position, a list of your questions for the interviewer, information or accolades that pertains to the position and a copy of the resume you submitted (especially if you have various versions of your resume). 

Also, try acting out the interview as you are on the phone.  Stand up.  It will improve the quality of your voice and remember to smile.  There won’t be any many hints from the interviewer to help with the conversation so be detailed.

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