Phone Interview Tips

Pre-stage the Telephone Interview

The telephone interview is a formal part of the job interview process. It should not be treated lightly or casually. If properly scheduled, the telephone interview should have been set for a specific time and a specific date. In that manner, both parties are given sufficient opportunity to:

• Clear their schedule
• Set aside 20-30 minutes
• Locate a private area to minimize interruptions
• Prepare a list of questions
• Do some homework/research as needed
• Re-affirm objectives

The Telephone Interview Should be a Brief, Introductory Process

The telephone interview should be a brief, "getting-to-know-you" process. One should not attempt to become involved in too much detail. Your motive should be at directed at re-affirming the information (perhaps shared by a recruiter) at hand, gaining answers to a brief set of "need-to-know" questions, and establishing positive rapport with the other party.

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