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Phone Interview Questions
Phone
interviews can be conducted by either HR reps or recruiters as
a technique for screening applicants and shortening the
"in person" interview list. This article focuses on
phone interview questions and phone interview answers.
Before your phone
interview, think about your goals, ideas and concepts that motivate
you, and your expectations for the interview. Having a clear picture
of how you want to portray your accomplishments will make you feel
at ease during the interview. In turn, your demeanor will elevate
you above other candidates and job seekers. Below is an interview
questions list you can use to prepare for phone and other job
interviews.
Typical
phone interview questions
Phone
interview questions #1: What salary are your salary
expectations?
This is a question that will surely be asked. The
interviewer won't want to waste his or her time with a candidate who
doesn't fit into the specified salary.
Phone
interview questions #2: What is your experience?
Expect a conversation about your background, personal qualities, and
work history. This is a question you can prepare for ahead of time,
jot the key points on a pad and refer to the answer during the
interview.
Phone
interview questions #3: Do you have experience with ________?
The interviewer will have a check list of requirements and he or she
will want to know if you meet the minimum requirements before you
are invited in for an in person interview.
Phone interview questions #4: Why are you interested in this
position?
When you answer this question, demonstrate your enthusiasm. In
order to respond successfully you should research the company
ahead of time.
Phone
interview questions #5: Tell me about your most
recent accomplishment.
Although the interviewer has your resume, he or she
will want you to expand on your experience in order to get a
better feel for your abilities.
Phone
interview questions #6: Why are you looking to leave your
existing employer?
Keep your response positive, even if you have a beef
with your current employer. The interviewer doesn't need to
know that you're seeking employment because you're
disgruntled.
Phone
interview questions #7: I notice you haven't worked in several
months. Tell me more about that.
An employment gap isn't a deal breaker. Balance your
response with truth and restraint. For example, you
shouldn't go on and on about the difficulty you've had landing
interviews or a job. The interviewer doesn't need to
know those facts.
Phone
interview questions #8: If you're hired, when can you start?
Some
job seekers make the mistake of answering this question too
soon, without consideration of giving two-weeks notice. If
you're hired, the job isn't going any where. Hiring managers
understand the two-week protocol.
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