Click to edit Master title style,Click to edit Master text styles,Second level,Third level,Fourth level,Fifth level,*,How to Conduct a Successful Telephone Interview,If youre looking for work,you need to know that most first interviews,are conducted,via,telephone,This,allows the recruiter,to,pre-screen,candidates,Unfortunately,Many people make mistakes,that prevent them from,moving forward in the process,Here are 5 common mistakes,#1 Conducting the interview“on-the-fly,#2,Not properly preparing,#3:Unable to clearly articulate themselves,Failing to demonstrate their expertise,#4,#5.,Failing to ask the,right questions,early in the interview,Here are some strategies to consider,First,If you get an unexpected call,reschedule it.,This gives you time to prepare.,If the recruiter refuses to reschedule ask yourself,if you want to work for that company,(I know I wouldnt!),During your call,dont forget that,83%,of your message is,delivered,through,your,tone,Stand up,during your call,This will give you,energy,Keep your resume handy,for reference,Record,key points,on,index cards,Have,success stories,ready at your fingertips,Remember to smile!,Make sure,ALL distractions,are eliminated,Have your questions ready,Make sure you listen!,Lastly,at the end of the interview,make sure you,ask for the next step,Kelley Robertson,Twitter:FearlessSelling,Get practical sales advice at,:/,If you enjoyed this presentation please add your comment and mention it to your followers on Twitter,LinkedIn,Facebook,MySpace,etc.,。