Telephone Interview Do’s & Don’ts

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Telephone interviews are becoming more common in the recruitment sector. Many rec2rec companies use them as an initial stage, to their interview process, as there is not enough time to give everyone who applies a face to face interview. Telephone interviews allow the recruitment agency to narrow down the candidates to those who impress them the most.

Amanda Wright has compiled a guide of ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ to help you impress during your recruitment telephone interview.


Do's
Have your CV/application with you – The interviewer will probably have a copy australia whatsapp phone number of this in front of them. You may be asked questions about your recruitment experience, so having it in front of you can act as a reminder in case you go blank.
Prepare questions - At the end of a phone interview is the perfect opportunity to find out more about the recruitment consultant role you have applied for.

Control your surroundings – Inform your housemates/family of your telephone interview, so you know there will be no distractions. Ensure you are in a quiet room, free of noise, when taking the call. The last thing the interviewer wants to hear is a crying baby or Jeremy Kyle in the background!