Got an upcoming phone interview and want to know some handy things you should do, here are some tips. These helpful tips are things you should be doing either before or during your phone interview. All the tips are solely related to phone interviews. You should prepare the same way you would for a face to face interview. The tips are in no particular order!
- Use a landline then a mobile if possible
- Turn off call waiting if using mobile
- Have a glass of water nearby ready
- Take notes during to help answer & ask questions
- Have your CV/written application at hand to refer too
- Smile during your interview
- Listen well
- Charge mobile phone if using one
- Speak clearly & confidently
- Stand up – Can help you relax & improve tone of voice
- Quickly apologise if you sneeze/cough
- Find suitable quiet area/room
- Treat the interview as you would a face to face one
- Be prepared for interviewer to run a bit late
- Arrange call for a time when your home
- Schedule your interview at time of day that suits you – Morning & Afternoon
- Hands free set if you want to make notes when using a mobile phone