Recruitment is a time consuming
process and requires extensive effort in shortlisting talent from a large pool
of talent. Recruiters thus prefer to utilize the power of telephonic interviews
to minimize costs as well as save time.
And if you are one those people
who think that telephonic interviews is the way to go, then think again.
Telephonic Interviews require the same amount of preparation, even more so
because of a lack of personal interaction. A telephonic interview is just as
important as a face to face interview and act as a stepping stone to the next
round of the interview process.
To ease the process of telephonic interviews, here are a few
tips customized just for you:
1. Keep a check on your
surroundings: Once you schedule your interview, think about the perfect spot to
proceed with the telephone call. A noisy environment is a big no and avoid taking
the interview at your desk where you are not able to communicate easily. An
important pointer: if your gut says that it’s the wrong time to conduct the
interview, feel free to ask the employer to reschedule the call at a later
time. It shows your concern for the position and your ability to work as a
professional.
2. Dress appropriately: Just
because the interview is going to be conducted across two mobile phone screens,
there is no reason for you to dress in your PJ’s. If you are not familiar with
having formal conversations on the phone, then speaking to potential employers can
feel a bit tricky. It’s best to dress for the part so that you can get right
into the skin of an interviewee.
3. Get standing: Standing up
while answering the interview call gives you the much needed self-confidence.
It also gives you the room to walk around and feel free, rather than corner you
in one spot. The use of hand gestures also makes the conversation feel more
natural and keeps it flowing smoothly even though there is no-one watching you.
4. Prep for obvious interview questions: Your resume is a
document used to attract employers towards you. Once your resume is screened
and you receive a green signal, a face-to-face interview is conducted to
observe if the skillset listed on your resume is reflected off you in person.
So be prepared for any obvious questions especially if you have repeated job
changes or huge career gaps.
Congratulations! With these tips
you are well on your way to finalizing your dream job. Make sure to send out
thank you notes after the call to add the element of personal touch. If you
require more training on interview etiquettes to follow, visit www.resume.ae or
call 800RESUME for Interview Training Sessions by industry experts at
Resume.ae, one of the leading resume writing service providers in the UAE.
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