BUS 283W Lecture 5: Phone interviews

• School: University of Waterloo
• Department: Business (Wilfrid Laurier University)
• Course: BUS 283W
• Professor: interview

Document Summary

Variety of interview methods live interviews ( one-on-one, and a panel type ) Phone interviews ( one-on-one, and a panel type) Live, or face-to-face interviews, are the most common interview interaction. When you are interviewing with only one person, ensure your non-verbal and verbal communication is focused, positive and results oriented. If you are interviewing with two or more interviewers at the same time, here are some strategies to employ: focus on the person asking the question to ensure you fully understand the question. When you are answering, look at all interviewers in the room ( even if they are not speaking). Conduct as many mock interviews as possible because your skills will improve with each attempt. Phone interviews are just as important, if not more so, than a face-to-face interview. Top ways to prepare for a phone interview ( similar to a regular interview) research the industry, the company, the competitors, and the interviewer.