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re: Phone interview tomorrow—advice needed (update pg 4)
Posted on 10/15/18 at 10:30 am to GeorgeTheGreek
Posted on 10/15/18 at 10:30 am to GeorgeTheGreek
It couldn’t hurt to start out by asking them to prove they aren’t a robot.
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Posted on 10/15/18 at 10:31 am to BruceJender
quote:Maybe ask this. It's basically asking what they want, and then go on explaining why you'd be a good match. Try and figure out what they want from the job posting so you can figure out your answers beforehand
what the top three qualities they’re looking for in a candidate
Posted on 10/15/18 at 10:34 am to OysterPoBoy
Posted on 10/15/18 at 10:36 am to BruceJender
Wear a nice suit
Posted on 10/15/18 at 10:39 am to BruceJender
Tell them you blew the whistle in the boss having an affair with the secretary amd they fired you.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 10:57 am to BruceJender
When I recently went through phone interviews looking for a job I used a lot of notes.
Most interviews started with them asking me to tell them about my work history or about myself. Since nobody can see me, I would write down bullet points to follow. This helped me make sure I covered everything I want to succinctly without rambling on. Bullet points also keep you from reading versus speaking.
I would do the same thing for a lot of the normal questions you get asked. "Tell me about a time when" kind of stuff.
For most of them, just writing out answers ahead of time was enough and I never needed the actual notes. But they were there in case you get flustered.
If you're nervous then I see nothing wrong with a shot or two of alcohol as long as it just calms the nerves and doesn't change your personality for the worse. Make sure you're hydrated and have something to drink to avoid cotton mouth. If coffee makes you a more comfortable or "normal" person then go for it. For me it just ramps up my nerves. Maybe Bailey's and coffee to hit the middle!
Joking is a tricky thing. I have a similar personality. My method was to try and stay a little loose but not devolve into making too many jokes when going in cold. If the interviewer is more personable or joking then I would loosen up a little more...but just a little. For most jobs you're trying to match the interviewer's personality.
Most interviews started with them asking me to tell them about my work history or about myself. Since nobody can see me, I would write down bullet points to follow. This helped me make sure I covered everything I want to succinctly without rambling on. Bullet points also keep you from reading versus speaking.
I would do the same thing for a lot of the normal questions you get asked. "Tell me about a time when" kind of stuff.
For most of them, just writing out answers ahead of time was enough and I never needed the actual notes. But they were there in case you get flustered.
If you're nervous then I see nothing wrong with a shot or two of alcohol as long as it just calms the nerves and doesn't change your personality for the worse. Make sure you're hydrated and have something to drink to avoid cotton mouth. If coffee makes you a more comfortable or "normal" person then go for it. For me it just ramps up my nerves. Maybe Bailey's and coffee to hit the middle!
Joking is a tricky thing. I have a similar personality. My method was to try and stay a little loose but not devolve into making too many jokes when going in cold. If the interviewer is more personable or joking then I would loosen up a little more...but just a little. For most jobs you're trying to match the interviewer's personality.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 11:06 am to Hammertime
I remember my hourly, no degree required job interviews were very scripted and not interesting. Always had HR in the room or on phone.
All professional job interviews I have been on seem to be more laid back and the interviewers actually wanted to get to know my mindset and how I felt about the job. Never had HR present.
All professional job interviews I have been on seem to be more laid back and the interviewers actually wanted to get to know my mindset and how I felt about the job. Never had HR present.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 12:02 pm to BruceJender
quote:
I have joked in other interviews and obviously not got the job, but I have a very joking personality. I feel like I should keep this since it “is me.” But I am nervous that it hurts me. ETA: I am not awkward and do have the ability to make people laugh
A small joke is ok if it's appropriate within the confines of the interview and if the interviewer seems like a relaxed person. Otherwise, just try and smile while you are talking. It will add personality to your voice.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 12:09 pm to SportsGuyNOLA
quote:
Jerk off DURING the interview for OT Baller status.
Double points if it's Skype.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 12:22 pm to BruceJender
Don’t show desperation. Be yourself, but you want to make them want you.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 12:25 pm to BruceJender
Be Yourself
Check that. Don't be yourself.
quote:
BruceJender
Check that. Don't be yourself.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 12:26 pm to tokenBoiler
I had to do a videotaped interview a while back. It took forever, because of all of the ancillary shite going on around my house
- Didn't realize you could see cars driving by through the window behind me
- Neighbor working on his boat engine
- Dog walked in 90% of the way through a 5 minute answer
- Gf came home, and dogs were running around
- UPS delivery
- In my five years of living here, a bird flew into the window once. It was then
- Didn't realize you could see cars driving by through the window behind me
- Neighbor working on his boat engine
- Dog walked in 90% of the way through a 5 minute answer
- Gf came home, and dogs were running around
- UPS delivery
- In my five years of living here, a bird flew into the window once. It was then
Posted on 10/15/18 at 12:37 pm to The Last Coco
This, be prepared with questions to ask them.
Also, don't just prepare answers to questions. Have someone actually ask you the questions and let you respond. Do this a few times. The same questions over and over. It will help on the spot when you are trying to find the right words.
Also, don't just prepare answers to questions. Have someone actually ask you the questions and let you respond. Do this a few times. The same questions over and over. It will help on the spot when you are trying to find the right words.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 2:04 pm to EvilMaddie
quote:
EvilMaddie
Pics?
Posted on 10/15/18 at 2:07 pm to alajones
quote:
Take a shot of bourbon beforehand
quote:first two replies. I love this place
Rub one out beforehand
Posted on 10/15/18 at 8:37 pm to castorinho
*update
The interview lasted all of 16 minutes. They asked why I wanted to work for the company and why this particular engineering position. They then asked about my prior experience which is the same role I am seeking. Then I asked them my questions. They said it will take about two weeks to get back to me. I can’t help but think that is not a good sign? I thought I answered the questions very well and I’m qualified for the position so I am a little confused to be honest. Thoughts?
The interview lasted all of 16 minutes. They asked why I wanted to work for the company and why this particular engineering position. They then asked about my prior experience which is the same role I am seeking. Then I asked them my questions. They said it will take about two weeks to get back to me. I can’t help but think that is not a good sign? I thought I answered the questions very well and I’m qualified for the position so I am a little confused to be honest. Thoughts?
This post was edited on 10/15/18 at 8:38 pm
Posted on 10/15/18 at 8:41 pm to BruceJender
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This post was edited on 2/8/25 at 3:21 pm
Posted on 10/15/18 at 8:43 pm to lnomm34
Yes. Petroleum. I thought the conversation went well. I didn’t trip over myself and I thought I answered the questions pretty damn well.
This post was edited on 10/15/18 at 8:44 pm
Posted on 10/15/18 at 8:45 pm to BruceJender
quote:
They said it will take about two weeks to get back to me. I can’t help but think that is not a good sign?
They wouldn't specify a longer timeframe if it were something bad.
Chances are they're collecting resumes and holding interviews for the next week or so.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 8:45 pm to BruceJender
The company I work for does phone interviews to basically make sure the person can speak coherently/intelligently and they are not wasting their time on an in person interview for something that could easily be known in the first few minutes of a phone interview.
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