Keys to Successful Phone Interview

How difficult did you find the last time you were on a telephonic interview for a long searched job? Did you make it? Follow these simple rules to achieve success in this important phase of job-hunting..! A little wrap up on the Do’s & Don’ts while on a telephonic interview.

Here is a little wrap up on the Do’s & Don’ts while on a telephonic interview…

·         Do give correct and detailed contact information so your interviewers can easily connect with you.

·         Do ensure that your family is aware that this telephonic conversation is important in your job search

·         Do know about the job and the company you are interviewing for

·         Do practice. Modulate you tone. Check your speed and pronunciations. Take appropriate pauses.

·         Do make sure you are in a place where you can read notes, take notes, and concentrate. Ensure that you can hear and are being clearly heard.

·         Do make synopsis to avoid fumbling. This will also make you more confident since you are prepared. Ask thoughtful questions to end the conversation intelligently.

·         Do also have your resume with you, so that you have all the necessary important information handy.

·         Don’t get nervous between conversation breaks. If you’ve completed a response, but the interviewer hasn’t asked his or her next question, don’t start to fill in airtime.

·         Don’t panic if you have special needs. If you are hearing-impaired, for example, phone interviews are still possible.

·         Don’t snuffle, sneeze or cough. If you can’t avoid these behaviours, say “excuse me.”

·         Don’t eat or drink while speaking.