Telephonic Interview Preparation

The purpose of the phone interview is to analyze and judge the suitability of the candidate as well as know more about them.

• Make prior arrangement so that you will not be interrupted during interview
• Keep a pen and paper to jot down important information
• Take it seriously (From the moment you take the call and till the time you end the call, remember that you are being assessed)
• Listen carefully don't speak out of turn specially when interview is talking
• Answer questions clearly and confidently

Do's and Don'ts for Telephonic Interview:

• Do take telephonic interview as seriously as a personal interview.
• If the call is unexpected, ask for a reschedule. It is always OK.
• You need to have enthusiasm and sound confident while answering the questions.
• Always put across the details on your experience, skills and your strong points.
• Answers need to be precise to the questions asked.
• Avoid using mobile as three can be signal problem and it ma be problematic.
• If using a mobile do not switch on the voice message.
• Keep your resume infront of you.
• Avoid distraction. Always take a telephonic interview in a quiet place.
• Keep all of your employer research materials with easy reach of the phone.
• Turn off your stereo, TV, and any other distraction.