2015 MSOE

Phone Interview Tips

• Dress in the same attire as through you were going to an in-person interview. • Make sure your interview location is free from distractions or other noise, close doors if necessary and turn off other phones (cell phones, pagers, PDA, iPod). • Keep a copy of your resume and other interview materials in front of you. • Have a writing tool and paper ready for notes. • If interviewing with more than one person over the phone, write the names of each interviewer on your notepad. This will help you visualize responding to the interview team. • If possible, turn off call waiting. Otherwise, don’t answer it! • Practice with a friend or family member. Have someone call you and ask you interview questions over the phone. • Speak clearly and confidently. • Take your time. Don’t rush your answers. In addition to phone interviews, you are highly encouraged to set up a Montage Talent portfolio online portfolio. Montage Talent allows you to conduct live video conference interviews with a webcam. See page 31 or contact the Career Services Department for more information about Montage Talent.

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