Phone Interview Mistakes that Kill Interviews - Phone Interview Strategy and Prep

Phone interviews - how to set up beforehand, what to have on hand, how to let the recruiter set the pace, killer mistakes, and insider tips for a great phone interview.
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[@victoriahsieh3896]

I had a phone interview this morning. Hours later I got an invite for a second in-person interview! I made sure to save questions till the end. I think it was a combination of my questions, how I explained my skills and the thank you note that helped me. I mentioned something she said in the note. I made sure to take notes, with a pen. She doesn't need to hear the clicking of the keyboard.

[@kelleymcgee7930]

Thanks for these videos! They are filled with timely, valuable information and tackle a range of useful topics. As someone who is returning to the workforce after a ten year gap at home with our kids, I can’t tell you how useful your podcast and KZbin channel have been! While there are several other podcasters in this job-seeking space, I haven’t found anyone that has your background as an actual *recruiter*. (I’m a former reporter so I’m picky about the quality of source information.) I’ve recommended it to a group of Mom friends who are in the same situation. Thanks and keep up the great shows. :-)

[@rtoob]

Thanks, very helpful. I saw this after an important interview and I do wish I had seen it sooner. I was able to incorporate much of what you were talking about although there were a fews things I now wish I had used. I'm very much hoping to speak with people from this company again and if not then with other companies so I'll study this again and again. I have a personal interview coming up so I'm looking forward to seeing your other videos. I'm someone who has mostly been self-employed so these situations are newer to me, however I can see how important it is to get better and better at these communication skills as many of these techniques can be helpful in the workplace even beyond the interview process. I appreciate your help.

[@jobinterviewexperience]

I have MANY more episodes on the podcast than on KZbin. You can listen on your favorite podcast player! www.jobinterviewexperience.com/

[@yulianatskhovrebova3211]

Good tip about dressing up during the phone interview, but if it is a spontaneous call this is not an issue)

[@divineconnections5602]

SUCH A BEAUTIFUL VIDEO!!!!!!!!!!!‼️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bonniewilson9709]

Fact is I wouldn't want a phone interview..i like looking into their face ..

[@jobinterviewexperience]

That's interesting because many people feel more nervous for in-person and video chat interviews.

[@victoriahsieh3896]

I agree with Bonnie. When you can read facial expressions and body language, you at least know with a high degree of certainty if the interviewer is interested in what you have to say. Over the phone, you hope that the expression in their voice is real and not faked. It can be hard to tell sometimes, especially if you really want the role and you want to convince yourself you did well. But they're the judge who decides if you can proceed to round 2.

[@a.joegevara3519]

Now they're using Teams so you *are* looking at each other. I messed up my 1st one last month when she asked me about the biggest problem I ever had?? I'm an industrial maintenance tech, I'm the guy they call to take care of problems. I felt like the questions were "canned" and really didn't have *correct* answers, but a technique to extract your persona...

[@ipwy98m724x]

Thanks you so much for your time !

[@andrews3642]

Good points. Thank you.

[@LindaDooWop]

Good video! Thank you.

[@N7aziz]

Gear video thank you very much!

[@Spikeythepomsky]

Thanks for the good tips

[@Klausschwab1984]

The recruitment call isn’t an interview 😂.. it’s a chat

[@heypaisan9384]

I just had a phone interview with an engineering manager for a senior level position. I knew when the manager started the call with "I'm sure you have questions for me..." that it wasn't going to work out. It feels as if this manager already has his mind made up before the call. I am guessing it is HR policy at this company for the manager to have to make the call but I could tell he wasn't into it at all. Of course, 2 days later I was rejected. There were a lot (actually most) of things about the job that weren't a fit for me but I thought I'd give it a shot anyway and see if there were any positives. The point is that all of the interview prep in the world won't help you if the interviewer already has their mind made up before the call.

[@jobinterviewexperience]

I would say this is about 80% correct. If a hiring manager has their mind set on one candidate, it definitely hurts your chances. HOWEVER. You can change their minds. Their "chosen" candidate might check 10 out of 10 boxes for what they need. But YOU might check 10 out of 10 boxes, PLUS you can bring something else with you. That "something else" might be experience with another company or industry. That knowledge you bring might give them an edge in their work, or give them an edge in an area they are looking to expand in to. In this situation (and all situations) it is your job to CONNECT THE DOTS for the recruiter and hiring manager. Connect the dots between you, your skills, and what they need. Doing so can help them see things in you they didn't see when they first made assumptions. You can do this through your resume (I have an episode called Resume and Job Description Breakdown where I teach how to connect the dots between your resume and the job requirements). You can also do this DURING your interview - make sure to share unique experience and skills you have as you gain an understanding of what you're looking for. I'm sorry to hear about your interview. I think you're right that they already have their mind made up. That is their mistake and loss. I'll say it again though, you can present your skills and align them with the job to help break through preconceived notions. Also, bringing in new ideas - showing motivation and ways to increase profit, productivity, generate revenue, better software, etc. will help you stand out. If no other applicants are doing this, they will want more of the one that is already helping them with progressive ideas.

[@kas8887]

This is why I never answer my call, to numbers I don't know.

[@SaveThatMoney411]

Just so you guys know, recruiters make 20% of your salary just by placing you.

[@heypaisan9384]

And sadly, most of those recruiters don't deserve 1%.

[@MatthewSorensen]

It's important to note that the company that hires the recruiter pays the recruiter from the company funds. The recruiter does not take money from your salary.

[@SaveThatMoney411]

@@MatthewSorensen Yes, they still get paid 20% of the salary. They're not the ones doing the work of the employee, they just helped with the hiring process.

[@jennifercristobalharris8284]

I’ve been a Senior Talent Acquisition recruiter for 13 years with a global company. I do not get a cut from a new hire’s salary. My company pays me to find the best candidate for the role. If I were paid 20% of someone’s salary I would be scrambling to place 100 new employees instead of the 20 I normally average.

[@victoriahsieh3896]

The company pays the recruiting company directly. I have worked in accounting for years so I've seen the invoices. The Accounting department pays the recruiting agency. Payroll pays people. These are 2 separate departments.