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Answering interview questions
Steps to a Successful Phone Interview
The interview is arguably the most critical step in the hiring
process. It is the only method for hiring managers to become
personally acquainted with you and to ensure there is a good fit for
their organization. In this fast-paced environment, phone interviews
are becoming a common screening method used in the initial phase of
the hiring process.
Appearance is an important part of a face-to-face interview. But
even though you may not be able to see each other during a phone
interview, your appearance will still be interpreted. As a matter of
fact, your ability to project a good appearance will be more
important during the phone interview than in a face-to-face meeting.
Why? Because you cannot visibly highlight your discussions with
physical gestures and expressions during a phone interview. So, you
must project your character through tone and pace, since you cannot
impress the hiring manager with your presentation.
Preparing for a Phone Interview
Dress for Success The way a person dresses says a great deal about their attitude.
Therefore, you should always dress in your best interview apparel.
Clearly, this is a mental concept, but it will support your
attitude. Your seriousness about the job will be reflected in the
way you dress and subsequently communicated by your professional
tone.
Solitary Confinement Find a quiet, secluded room where you will be separated from
television noise and background talk. Be sure that everyone in the
house knows you are taking an important phone call and are not to be
disturbed. Above all, make sure that no one picks up an extension in
another room until after the interview is complete.
Before the Interview Dressed appropriately and seated in a quiet, secluded area with no chance for
interruptions, prepare for the interview by:
Having a note pad, pen and your resume in front of you.
Spelling out the name of the person who will conduct the interview.
Say the name out loud until you are comfortable with it and are sure
you are pronouncing it correctly.
Having some printed information about the company in front of you.
This way, you can refer to any pertinent corporate information during
the interview and answer any questions that may come up.
Preparing a list of questions you intend to ask during the
interview. Asking questions demonstrates your interest and
enthusiasm about the organization, its direction, and the hiring
manager's knowledge and expertise.
Now, take a few minutes before your scheduled phone call to gather
your thoughts and get in the right frame of mind.
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