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Telephone Interviews:
It is important to prepare thoroughly for your telephone
interview.
Begin by studying the job description and the candidate
profile. This will enable you to identify the company's
particular needs and demonstrate that you possess the
skills required to meet them.
Find out all you can about the company's products,
services, history, and culture. Make a special effort to
identify any areas where your skills and experience may
be of particular value.
Familiarize yourself with the company's website and be
prepared to comment constructively upon it if asked.
Prepare a list matching your accomplishments to the
company's stated requirements. Keep this list in front
of you during the interview and refer to it at every
opportunity.
Specify and quantify your accomplishments, e.g.
'increased sales by 35%' or 'reduced overheads by 27%'.
Interviewers are keen to hear about relevant challenges
or problems you faced in the workplace, the specific
actions you took, and the measurable results you
achieved. They seek to identify key competencies such as
communication skills, analytical skills, teamwork, drive
and initiative. Be prepared to give examples of how and
when you have demonstrated these key competencies.
To get the feel of being interviewed over the phone,
compile a list of probable questions and ask a friend
use them in a simulated phone interview. Prepare your
answers carefully, using key words and phrases from the
job description and candidate profile. Do not attempt to
write out your answers in full or they will sound wooden
and scripted.
Select a quiet place where you will not be disturbed
during the phone call. Keep your resume and cover
letter, a copy of the job advertisement, and your notes
in front of you. Jot down key points throughout the
course of the interview.
It is a good idea to stand during a telephone interview
as this makes you sound more confident and helps project
a positive and professional image.
Matching your speaking rate and pitch to that of the
interviewer will help you to establish rapport.
Professional radio broadcasters can vouch for the fact
that smiling creates a friendly and enthusiastic
impression. So make an effort to smile appropriately
during the call.
Since it is important to convey the impression that you
are genuinely interested in the company and eager to
make a contribution, refer to salient information you
discovered during the course of your research.
Listen attentively to the interviewer's questions and
comments. Respond appropriately to verbal or tonal cues.
If you don't understand a question, ask for
clarification. Provide well-developed, balanced, and
analytical answers. Avoid monosyllabic 'yes' and 'no'
replies.
If asked to explain your reasons for leaving your
previous job, make sure to have positive reasons
prepared. Under no circumstances should you criticize
your previous employers or colleagues. Having researched
the company and analyzed the job description as
suggested, you should find it easy to prepare a few
thoughtful questions to ask the interviewer when
afforded the opportunity.
At the end of the phone call, emphasize your interest in
the job and the company and reiterate your
qualifications. Stress that you would welcome the
opportunity of a face-to-face interview.
After the interview, write a short thank-you letter.
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