Interview Tips

Top Ten Phone Interview Tips

Congratulations! After all the hard work put into writing a resume and CV, you are considered for the job. You made the shortlist.

But your employer asked for a phone interview, and you are concern about how to go about it.

There are many things you can do in a face-to-face interview that increases your chance of getting a job that is useless when offered a phone interview. Example of such is body language, sitting posture, and so on.

But you are not entirely without an option; there are still a few useful tips to boost your nailing the job.

In many cases, your interview is scheduled in advance by email or by phone.

For some, they can receive one surprise phone call to ask if you are a willingness to talk about the job.

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Why Phone Interview?

A phone interview is selected to reduce the number of candidates invited to meetings in person.
Conversation on phone cut costs involved in discussion with candidates.

Here Are Ten Tips to Make It Easier for You

1. Please Take It as Serious

Many see phone interviews as casual and believe the real thing is still on the way, but they forget that this can determine whether a second interview will take place.

2. Research a Little Before the Interview

You have likely applied to more than one company, and it’s always useful to know more about the setting interviewed. Check the job description you’re talking about.

The best thing about doing this research is it also allows you to tailor your answers accurately to the questions asked.

3. Find a Quiet Environment

Find a quiet room where you can hear the interviewer. A peaceful place ensures that you understand everything you have to say and get all the information you need from the interview.

Remove the background noise and have the interview in one room that is silent to show you are professional and serious about getting the job.

4. Use a Landline

If you have a landline telephone, it’s a better option than using your cell phone. That way, you’ll eliminate the possibility of poor connection or dropped calls. It can significantly improve the quality of communication, especially if you are in a region with a fluctuation network provider.

And it feels more professional using one.

5. Listen, and Don’t Dominate the Conversation

Yes, this is an interview, and that means you answer questions, but it is also an opportunity to show, to your potential employer, that you are a good listener.

Speak, but don’t dominate the conversation. Let the interviewer lead the talk. Answer the questions asked, but don’t turn it into the show. It is about you getting to know them as it is about them getting to know you.

Ask a few questions, but don’t turn the interview to the interviewer. It tells the interviewer that you’re genuinely interested in the company and the position and that you’ve paid attention.

6. Smile

Despite it being on the phone, smiling during your interview helps you promote a positive tone of voice. Although the interviewer cannot see you smile, they’ll be able to hear it. They know you are enjoying the conversion, and it helps them flow well with you as it also helps you feel more comfortable.

Practice smiling and talking as you speak in the mirror or with family or friends.

7. Be Professional

It is essential to be respectful and friendly during interviews. This act can leave one good impression on your interview, and the interviewer will remember that as they consider hiring you. If you get the job, they will be your future colleague; therefore, it’s essential to be professional in your tone and answers.

You can even wear something official, though the interviewer may not see you; it helps you feel more confident than having a phone interview with your pyjamas on.

8. Take Notes

Taking notes during the interviews can help you remember essential issues, which the interviewer discussed? Having that one pencil and paper or use your computer to take notes. This can be useful to refer to any salary, work responsibility, or other information relevant to the company, which was discussed with the interviewer.

You can also prepare a note of your own that includes questions you will like to ask your interviewer. The items should be personal; they must address only issues with the job and the company.

9. Send a Thank-you Email to the Interviewer

Think that matter; this phase is about making an excellent first impression, and the fact that you’re doing this on the phone makes the email even more critical.

Make sure you end your interview on a positive note and follow up in like manner with a thoughtful thank you after the meeting.

Let the interviewer know you are grateful for them taking the time to talk to you. And also that you enjoyed it and you are better in the process.

10. Follow-up

Consider doing this if you do not get a reply from the interviewer within one or two weeks. They may still be interviewing other candidates, but in the event they’re not, it will give you an idea of where you stand as they narrow down their candidate selection.

But an email to ask if they need additional information about you won’t hurt anyone.

Conclusion

When prepared for your interview, you’re more likely to have a good outcome than just going about it like a casual subject. Regardless of what happens, making and having a phone interview is a great learning experience for future conversations of the same nature.

So practice possible interview questions. And have sure your resume is available and documents to fit the position you are applying for, just as you will do it for a face-to-face interview.

Amit Kumar

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