Hillary Clinton CNN interview

Setting yourself apart has become critical because — let’s be honest — the interview process is flawed. The best candidate doesn’t always get the position. It’s generally the person who says all the right things, at all the right times. The person who has best performed their stage act is not necessarily the one that has the best skills. Set yourself apart by doing something unique, yet professional, showing employers that you care about their successes.

Probing for Information Prior to the Interview


Holding the answers to certain questions will make the interview saturated with elements relevant to the company’s current situation and needs. Some examples of questions that you can ask during an inforamtion interview or potentiall of a secretary or clerk at the time of scheduling an interview are included in this audio.

The purpose of the phone interview is to cut down the pile of applicants to the chosen few, who will make it past the screen to get a face-to-face interview.  Because employers are pushed for time and often have a skeleton HR crew to help, they don't want to bring in a lot of potential candidates, only to find they've wasted an hour because the person is not even a basic fit. 

The main goals of a phone screening are to see if you are in the ballpark regarding salary, and whether you meet the qualifications of the job. It is also a way to test your communication and interpersonal skills.

Listen to this audio track for a wealth of tips, how to's and don'ts

Barack Obama interview with Keith Olbermann and Keith Mathews