Talking on the phone with a stranger is not very easy to some people, so a good idea is to have a friend or family member set up a mock interview with you, even record yourself, this will let you know how you sound over the phone and build your confidence, also rehearse answers to the typical questions you will be asked. Don't forget to speak clearly and avoid words such as okay and right these are not professional when interviewing over the phone.
WHILE ON THE PHONE
Even though the interviewer is unable to see you there are a few things you should and shouldn't do
1. Don't chew gum
2. Don't smoke
3. Don't eat or drink (although a glass of water is handy to wet your mouth)
4. Smile - yes smile, smiling on the phone will give a positive feedback to the interviewer
5. Use the interviewers name - do not call them by their first name unless they have asked you to
6. Speak slowly, it is fine to take a moment to gather your thoughts
7. Always thank the interviewer for the opportunity of the telephone interview and ask if it would be possible to set up a face to face interview
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