Phone Interview Questions

Phone interviews are conducted just like in-person interviews. It's important to take time to review the typical phone interview questions you'll be asked and to prepare answers. In addition, plan on being prepared for a phone conversation about your background and skills. 

Phone Interview Questions About Your Background

Name of company, job title and job description, dates of employment.
What were your starting and final levels of compensation?
What were your responsibilities?
What major challenges and problems did you face? How did you handle them?
Why are you leaving your job?
What are your salary expectations?

Phone Interview Questions About the New Job and the Company

What interests you about this job?
Why do you want this job?
What applicable attributes / experience do you have?
Are you overqualified for this job?
What can you do for this company?
What do you know about this company?
Why do you want to work here?
What challenges are you looking for in a position?
What can you contribute to this company?
Are you willing to travel?
Is there anything I haven't told you about the job or company that you would like to know?

Phone Interview Questions About You
What are you looking for in your next job? What is important to you?
What is your greatest weakness?
What is your greatest strength?
Describe a typical work week.
How would you describe the pace at which you work?
How do you handle stress and pressure?
What motivates you?
Tell me about yourself.
Questions about your career goals.
What type of work environment do you prefer?
How do you evaluate success?

While keeping all of these tips in mind, don’t lose sight of your phone interview mission: to earn an in-person meeting, convince them to love you, and get an amazing job offer.