How to Have a Great Phone Interview

Now a days when applying for a job many employers will give you a phone interview before giving you a formal in person interview. Employers do this to speed up the interview process and can go through many applicants each day to find ones that are best suited for the current opening. A phone interview can catch you off guard but with a few simple steps you can nail it and obtain a more formal in person interview.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Once you have a applied for a position with a company make sure you read up a little on the company. The person giving you the phone interview or a formal interview is always impressed that you took the time to learn about the company.

2. On the same notion make sure you learn about the position you are applying for. This includes what the requirements are for the position as well as the basic responsibilities.

3. During the phone interview make sure to go to a place or room where you can be alone. Outside distractions can cause the interview to not go as planned. Don't interrupt the interviewer so you can answer or talk to the person sitting next to you. Treat the interviewer with respect and give your full attention.

4. Be confident with yourself and your abilities. Make sure you let the interviewer know why you would be great for their company. Make yourself seem like a asset if you were given the opportunity to work at their company.