Communication with the employer by phone

Exactly the first conversation with a future employer usually takes place over the phone about the job you are interested in. On the one hand, this is the fastest way to get information, and besides, you don’t have to worry about your hair and wardrobe. You can ask all the questions that are important to you and draw conclusions thanks to the answers to them.

They called - they didn't like it - they forgot. On the other hand, we do not see with whom we communicate, the atmosphere of the workplace, the behavior of the employer, his eyes, gestures, etc. After all, it is not in vain that they say - it is better to see once than to hear 100 times. The first impression is very important, both for you and for a potential boss, and it is difficult to present yourself in the most favorable light over the phone.

But in order to achieve an invitation directly to the office, something is still possible. So, in the first 15-20 seconds of a conversation, an approximate image of the interlocutor, his ability to communicate, temperament already arises by voice, intonation, words. That's why gotta start right. Do not rush to immediately lay out all your questions, especially about salary.

Start with a hello, conduct a conversation as if you personally went into the office. Be sure to introduce yourself. Explain the reason for your call and let us know who you would like to talk to about this matter. Tell me what position you are applying for. Arrange an interview (agree on the date and time), and also specify the names and surnames of those people whom you will then have to contact. Be sure to thank the interlocutor for the attention and say goodbye.

remember, that the conversation should be short and meaningful, during communication, do not be distracted by extraneous topics. It is better to prepare in advance an approximate text of your appeal, questions that may arise, important information. It is advisable to write it all down and not let go of the pen during the conversation - you may have to write down the interlocutor's answers, contact phone number, address, email. By the way, many people neglect this advice, relying on their memory, and as a result, they forget important things.

Your tone of voice should not be overly formal. Sometimes, hiding excitement, with an important phone call, our voice, imperceptibly for ourselves, becomes dry and tense. This should not be allowed, because a person who speaks in this way rarely causes sympathy. It is also not recommended to speak with a subordinate intonation, ingratiatingly, uncertainly. As you can see, these are two extremes, so you need to choose an average tone for yourself. Before the conversation, recharge yourself with positive energy, for this, do something pleasant - play with your pet or listen to good music, get distracted, and then make a call.

What to do if there is an answering machine on the other end of the wire? Don't get lost and don't hang up. Be sure to leave your message. For example, say that you would like to clarify whether the employer has received your resume, find out more detailed information about the vacancy. Don't forget to introduce yourself and leave your phone number. And do not wait for an answer, an answering machine is not the best interlocutor.