Phone interview tips

We continue our job interview article series and we will talk about phone interview tips.

A phone interview is very frightening. It much worse than a classic interview because you never know went to expect it. Let’s imagine you’re home, relaxing, watching a TV show after an exhausting work. The phone is ringing…Hello?..umm, yeah, that’s me…aaammm…yeah I applied…sorry, I am very tired, can I call you tomorrow?

Of course this is not how a phone interview should go.

The first phone interview tip is this: Be ready at any time. You never know when they might call you so you have to prepare and to practice the words you will say.

When you receive the phone call, it’s important to have everything you need near you. You might need your CV, some information about the company, information about yourself, internet connection and a pen so you can write down if needed.

Voice

The interviewer can’t see you; you can’t use any gestures to help you, so all you’ve got is your voice. 

You need to practice your voice tone. Ask a friend how your voice sounds and make the right adjustments in order to make it sound as professionally as you can. Always stand up when talking because it makes your voice sound more clear and confident.  You need to sound enthusiastic and very confident. Also, answer the phone with you name to avoid any misunderstandings, you should be 110% focused on the interview.  

The best phone interview tips we can give you are the following: Smile, speak clearly, and give short answers.

Another useful phone interview tip is to remove yourself from any possible distraction during the interview. When being asked, take a few seconds to think but don’t overthink the answer and don’t talk too much.

Phone interview is not an informal interview. It is as important as a classic one and the interviewer has a list with the things he wants to see in you. So when you talk to the interviewer imagine that he is in front of you.

Don’t forget to ask question. It is important to ask questions. Think of a few very smart questions and ask them.

Avoid any verbal twitch you might have; also avoid trembling voice because it makes you sound unsecure. These things are more important in a phone interview than in a classic one.  

One last phone interview tip: Always thank the interviewer for the opportunity he gave you. You can also express these thanks in writing, an email after the interview to emphasize you interest for the job. Usually, a phone interview is a preliminary step. Even if it’s only preliminary or it’s the final interview, you should do your best.

In conclusion, phone interviews are becoming more and more popular among the companies so you never know when you will have to deal with one. You need to be prepared as for a classic one. Be specific, clear, answer short precise, confident and don’t forget to smile.

VIDEO

Copyright to Grook.net - Phone interview tips