Telephoning for an Interview

It is not particularly common anymore for companies to ask you to call them for an interview. That is usually saved for jobs that include sales and/or jobs that are not so easily applied for by the other methods. Telephoning for an interview arises generally when a company requires that you be on the phone a lot or is sometimes used for a pre-interview prior to a company representative making a trip from out of town to see you. It gives them a feel for the quality and the personality of the person on the phone. When making this type of interview request, always speak in a clean and clear manner. Be polite and prepared to answer any questions that may be asked of you.

You might approach the telephone interview like this:

"Hello Mr. David, I am Jim Sandal. I am calling with regards to your ad in the Post about the clerical position." If you are asked your experience and/or previous work history, be prepared to answer quickly and explain how long you have been doing that type of work and give a brief description of your duties.

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