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They are quite  \nconvenient for both the interviewer and the candidate as time and distance are no longer issues.  \nBoth voice and video interviews bring a unique set of challenges. But with the right preparation, you can make the best of them and even take surprise calls in your stride.  \nAdvantages of a Phone Interview  \n■ You can participate from the comfort of your home or from anywhere else in the world.  \n■ You can schedule the interview in advance and this flexibility can win you extra points.  \n■ You can give more descriptive answers.  \n■ You can cover up gaps in your resume by explaining the reasons behind them.  \n■ You can showcase your verbal communication skills if body language is an issue.  \n■ You can have relevant facts and figures handy and refer to them while giving the interview.  \nPre-Interview Prep: Do Your Research  \n■ Record a professional voicemail message as soon as you submit your resumes as calls can come atthe worst possible times.  \n■ Make a list of your strengths and weaknesses.  \n■ Review the job advertisement and match your skills to the requirements asked for.  \n■ Research key facts about the company and the projects they are involved in. For e.g., place in the industry, future outlook, news/press, product, culture.  \n■ List examples and projects you can use to demonstrate how you fit the profile.  \n■ Print and organize this information alphabetically for each position you have applied for.  \n■ Prepare answers to common questions the interviewer may ask.  \n■ Write your elevator pitch: what you have done in the past, what you are doing now, and what you would like to be doing in the future.  \n■ Keep your CV and an alphabetized dossier of companies you have applied to next to your phone or computer.  \n■ Learn more about your interviewer so you can put a face and personality behind the voice.  \n■ Prepare your answers to commonly asked interview questions and visualize your response in detail. (Refer to the last section of this PDF for a few interview questions you can expect.)  \nPre-Interview Prep: Set Your  \nEnvironment  \n■ Find a quiet room that allows you to give an interview without any disturbances.  \n■ Optimize the room temperature and light so you can be comfortable during the interview.  \n■ Find a comfortable chair and desk to use.  \n■ Inform your family ahead of time about the interview to ensure no one interrupts you.  \n■ Drink plenty of water and keep more close by.  \n■ Switch off all push notifications on your phone.  \n■ Charge your phone and keep your charger handy.  \n■ Use a good set of noise-cancelling headphones.  \n■ Have a pen and paper available to take notes anda calendar to schedule any follow-up interviews.  \n■ Dress professionally for the interview.  \n■ Visualize any obstacles or interruptions (for e.g., call drops) and your ideal response to manage them.  \n■ Rehearse a simulated interview with someone and practice answers.  \nThe Interview  \n■ Mind your posture and avoid slouching.  \n■ Do not eat, drink, or smoke during the interview.  \n■ Beware of sounding overfamiliar. Refer to the other person by their surname unless told to do otherwise.  \n■ Do not interrupt the interviewer.  \n■ Let the interviewer do most of the talking.  \n■ When it is your turn, be brief and factual.  \n■ Avoid \"Yes\" and \"No\" answers. Elaborate on your skill sets and experiences.  \n■ Do not hem and haw while answering as it indicates indecisiveness.  \n■ Sound enthusiastic with your answers.  \n■ Pause, think, and give your answers clearly.  \n■ Avoid clichéd responses.  \n■ Be honest about any unexpected distractions.  \n■ Take quick notes or record the conversation so you can refer to it later for the face-to-face interview, if there’s one.  \n■ Once the interview concludes, ask what the nextstep will be in th","cbCaia3TbG8uWqLV","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaia3TbG8uWqLV","pdf",168174,"English","# Advantages of a Phone Interview\n# Pre-Interview Prep: Do Your Research\n# Pre-Interview Prep: Set Your Environment\n# The Interview\n# The Follow-Up\n# Common Questions to Prep For","[{\"question\":\"What are the main advantages of a phone interview?\",\"answer\":\"Phone interviews let candidates participate from home or anywhere, offer scheduling flexibility, and allow more descriptive answers. 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