Mobile phones or fixed line phones both play an important role in today’s life. They help us in many ways from calling somebody to providing entertainment and for that matter even help us find a job. Gone are those days when you had to wait for a long period of time in the office for an interview. Thanks to mobiles, you can now take an interview on the phone and if your employer is impressed you might be hired. But to create an impression in the first place you need to follow some tips. Here they are:
1. Speak in a moderate pace: Yes, it is common to be anxious on the phone when you are interviewed and it is only natural to show it in the way you speak. So, neutralize your accent. Speak confidently in a voice that is neither too loud nor to soft. The other person must understand what you are saying. If you are leaving a message slow down and speak slowly and clearly so that the other person can understand and write down your message correctly and completely.
2. Provide a proper Pronunciation of your Name: Not all names can be grasped well. So, announce your name slowly and properly. This is very important if your name is not common one. Spell your name so that the other person can get it right. This avoids wrong information and also allows people to get the correct spelling of your name.
3. State your telephone number correctly: One mistake most of the people do is while leaving their telephone number. They recite the number so fast that it is hard for the other person to grasp and often asks it to repeat the number. This creates a bad impression and also wrong number might be registered leading to further problems. So, learn to say the numbers slowly and stop in between momentarily while providing your number. It provides the info correctly and creates a good impression.
4. Provide the details of your company, your designation and the reason you are making this call: It is very important that when you make a call to a organization you are calling for the first time on a purpose, you need to tell the person who you are, from which company you are calling and the reason you are making the call. If you want some info leave a detailed but short message.
5. Mention when you want them to call back: Always leave your phone number; the time and date you want you want the call back. This will help the other people to call you at the right time so that you will not be disturbed and can take the call in a pleasant manner.
6. Sound Professional: Try to sound professional. It means the tone of your voice. Do not sound overenthusiastic and at the same time not uninterested. You will be judged according to your tone. When you leave a message keep it short but detailed as long messages will make them stop listening to you. So sound professional and you will expect your call soon.
All is in your hands. Maintain proper phone Etiquette and make an impression!!
