How to Ace Phone Interviews

It can be difficult to always attend an interview in person. Job searchers who currently have jobs can't always miss work to go to interviews without compromising their present employments. By the same token, it can become costly for people who apply for multiple jobs to constantly be traveling to interview, especially if the interviews are out of the state (or out of the country).

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In this economy, many employers and employees alike are turning to option of phone interviews to save on time and money. To a job searcher, this can sometimes be considered a disadvantage because it can be difficult to make a good, lasting first impression via the phone. But, it can also work to your advantage. Read on to learn tips on how to ace your phone interview.

Be On Time




Treat this as you would an in person interview, and be sure that you're ready to go when the interview has been scheduled. If you are supposed to be the one to initiate the call, be sure that you're a minute or two early calling in. And don't forget to make sure that cell phone is good and charged! Cutting out on a potential employer during a phone interview is NOT the way to make a good impression.

Pick Your Place

Though it is a phone interview, it still needs to be as professional as possible. Find a place that will allow you to give your full attention to the interviewer. (So don't do this while driving, and hire a baby-sitter!) Also, make sure that the area is free of background noises. No employer wants to be cut off by a barking dog, or your TV.

Have Your Cheat Sheets Ready

With phone interviews you can have documents like your resume, application, school transcripts, etc. out to refer to. Also, feel free to have notes in front of you with specific points that you want to address during the interview. This may include business plans, work history, etc.

Say it Right

As in a live interview, be sure to speak slowly and clearly and remember to annunciate your words. Act as though you're sitting right in front of your interviewer.

See the following articles for more information:

• 21 Major Interview Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs
  
• The Best Way to Prepare for a Job Search and Interviews
  
• How to Talk About Other Interviews in Your Interviews
  
• How to Answer the Tell Me About Yourself Interview Question
  
• How to Answer the Do You Have Any Questions for Me Interview Question

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