Telephonic Interviews are often intimidating and there is nothing worse that attending it without proper planning. As most phone interviews are basically used for first round screening , it becomes very important that you make a wonderful impression on the recruiter. Here are few key things that can help you ace it.
Before the Interview :
- Confirm the time of interview.
- Try to learn about the person who is going to call you i.e, his / her name, designation in the company etc.
- Keep a notes about important aspects of company, its mission and also about the position in offer.
- Be in a quiet place with minimum or no distraction during the call.
- Keep your charger handy.
During the Interview :
- Use the power of pause to your advantage: Do not try to answer immediately when the recruiter has finished asking question , instead take a 30 second pause . some people actually keep on talking even after they have finished asking question , so this half a second pause will ensure that the recruiter now wants to hear from you. It saves you from the awkwardness that may arise when both of you start speaking together.
- Watch your pace: Try to speak a little slow than what you do in real life . Several studies have shown that phones tend to augment the pace . It helps the person at the other end in comprehending the message properly.
- Speak while standing: When you talk while standing , your voice come across as someone who is alert. You should also use hand gestures even if no one is seeing you because it normalise the situation and help you control your nervousness.
- Be polite but do not sound submissive: You should sound strong but not arrogant. Be courteous. Say thank you when the call is over.