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 During the Interview
 Telephone Interview Tips
- Make sure your answering machine message reflects professionalism.
- Let roommate(s) know you are job searching so that they can answer the phone professionally.
- Try to relax. Take some deep breaths before answering the phone.
- Do not use a cell phone if the quality of the connection is unpreditcable.
- Be mentally prepared to interview, including dressing in work attire. Smile when answering the phone and speaking to the interviewer.
- Don't smoke, chew gum, eat, or drink. Keep water handy to wet your mouth. Speak slowly and enunciate clearly.
- Control background noise such as TV, CD player or roommate(s).
- Disable call waiting temporarily.
- Have a pen and notepad, employer/position information, and your resume in front of you for handy reference.
- Take your time. It's acceptable to collect your thoughts before responding.
- Use the person's title (Ms. or Mr.). Use first name only if they prefer.
- Don't interrupt the interviewer.
- Give concrete examples of your achievements.
- After you thank the interviewer for the phone interview, ask if it would be possible to schedule an in person interview.
- Send a thank you letter within 24-48 hours to reiterate your interest in the position.
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