Phone Interviews
Some companies give you a phone interview before they call you in for a face-to-face interview. Here are a few do’s and don’ts you might want to consider during a phone interview.
If you don’t think you have enough time to do a phone interview today, suggest a certain time to the recruiter. It’s better if you do the call back so you can be more mentally prepared.
Make sure that you are in a quiet place where you can concentrate and take notes.
Keep notecards, an outline, or a copy of your resume in front of you so you can remember the key points you’d like to bring up during the interview. While you don’t want your answers to sound scripted, you don’t want to forget the important points either. Having your resume in front of you will also help you recall the highlights of your career so far.
Stand up during the phone interviewer. Experts say that people sound more professional when they’re standing up than when they’re sitting down.
Avoid sneezing or coughing; say “excuse me” if you can’t.