Most of us believe that once we state our telephone contacts in our resumes the potential employer will only use this information when calling us for an interview. However, that is not always the case. The phone interview are becoming a popular step in the recruiting process of many companies, especially startups and technology savvy companies.
So what is the big fuss about phone interviews anyway? One might wonder. Truth is, phone interviews are undermined, despite their potential to discredit a deserving candidate in a normal oral interview. Employers see these interviews as a way to filter the large pool of expectant applicants. So you need to start taking them seriously and anticipate them every time you sent out a job application.With the pointers below, taking a phone interview shouldn’t be such a perplexing notion.
Be Calm
Most likely, the person interviewing will make a preliminary call to inform you of an interview session about to take place. For those handling a phone interview for the first time it may be a nerve-wrecking realization that they are about to be interviewed on phone. The important thing to remember here is that at that point your voice is the key channel to the next stage of the interview. Take deep breaths and gather your thoughts.
Be ready
Readiness has to do with your environment, your physical condition and your cognizance of necessary information. Ensure that you have already mastered the job description outlined in the advertisement. Nothing puts off an interviewer than a candidate asking “So, what will my role be in this position?” When the interviewer calls to notify you of an imminent phone interview, the first thing to do is ensure that you are in a quiet environment that allows for a smooth flow of conversation. Your constant request for your interviewer to repeat a question will make them want to pull their hair out, which will definitely work against you. Sometimes an interview call can find us in the most awkward of circumstances. For instance, when the call comes in when you are in the bathroom, in a meeting, while eating or driving e.t.c. In such a situation, request the caller to call you at a later time. Be very careful and use emotional intelligence to decipher hesitance or silence after making the postponing request. This could be an indication that they are deciding whether it would be worth it or whether they should move on to the next candidate in the list. In such a circumstance, just go on with the interview. It is better to go through despite the forces of nature against you, than not taking the interview at all.
Remember your Etiquette
The fact that the person on the other end cannot see you doesn’t mean that they cannot hear the unspoken or read the mood around your environment. Where you have a scheduled phone interview, your preparation should involve your dressing and posture. Official dressing and straight posture makes you feel official and your voice comes across as such. A slouched posture makes your voice come across as forced, tired or lazy. A call made while standing is the best way to project a strong clear voice. Make sure you smile and engage your interviewer. It is transferred to your voice and your listener on the other end can read your body language through your voice. Do not eat or chew gum while on phone. The phone doesn’t muffle your munching or slurping and even the most good-natured interviewer will be irked by it. Treat the phone interview as you would an oral one. Answer questions in a way that shows interest in the organization and avoid any egocentric questions. Salary and benefits should not be part of the telephone interview, unless the interviewer raises the issue.
Finally, follow up with a Thank-you email after the call and emphasize on your interest in working for the organization and how you will be a value-add to them.This will keep the interaction fresh in the interviewer’s mind and bring you closer to the next interview process.
How do you answer the interview qtn “Do you have any qtn?”
Hello OKoth
You should always ask question such as, what is the atmosphere of the team, the strategy of the organization and what are the main challenges of the roles you are going to undertake. On the other hand some of the questions that you should never ask are:
Never ask about the job description of the position you are been interviewed for. Also never misjudge a person seniority nor the core believes of the company.
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Very True
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Dear sir,
Will be in order when I answer the question,”Tell us something about yourself,”
when I anchor my response to the desirable qualities of the candidate in the advertisement, a short description of my experience, achievements and outstanding skills?
Ev. Benjamin.
Hello Benjamin,
If you are asked at the beginning of the interview, then the employer is in this case most likely interested in knowing about your skills and experiences. Talk in brief about your background and how all these will aid you in undertaking the responsibilities of the job at hand if given the chance. For example, you can talk about your experience and the skills you have acquired as a sales person, if you have been asked that same question in an interview for a sales related position.
If asked at the end of the interview or any other point, you can talk about your interests and your character as a person, and how they relate to the requirements of the job. For example, you can mention how you are outgoing, you like socializing and networking, you are a go-getter and a business minded person etc if you are interviewing for the sales related position. You notice that the interests have to marry with the job you are interviewing for.
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when yu arrived in, which rply did u give wen they ask yu to introduce yourself or who are yu.
Hello Sila,
If you are asked at the beginning of the interview, then the employer is in this case most likely interested in knowing about your skills and experiences. Talk in brief about your background and how all these will aid you in undertaking the responsibilities of the job at hand if given the chance. For example, you can talk about your experience and the skills you have acquired as a sales person, if you have been asked that same question in an interview for a sales related position.
If asked at the end of the interview or any other point, you can talk about your interests and your character as a person, and how they relate to the requirements of the job. For example, you can mention how you are outgoing, you like socializing and networking, you are a go-getter and a business minded person etc if you are interviewing for the sales related position. You notice that the interests have to marry with the job you are interviewing for.
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Ready for telephone conversation
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The disscusion is good and I would love to say it will help to shape job seekers and enable them gain experience .Thanks.
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Hi, in this era of strides in techology, recruiters should embrace telephone & skype based interviews especially at the preliminary levels. I have had experiences in both, and sure recommend them. Orals would do better in the 2nd or final stages – saves time & money for both parties. Thanks & merry Christmas to you all.
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Thanks for the contribution. Merry Christmas to you too.
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Which posture am I suppose to sit with when am in interview????
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Thanks for the question. You should always sit in an upright position.
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What is the response when ask? Why do you need this job? Why do you think we should hire you? What will you bring that other can’t? Expected salary dispite not knowing salary range of an organization
Hi Victor,
We have covered some of these questions in our career center.
Read here https://www.brightermonday.co.ke/blog/answer-common-interview-questions-uncommonly-well/#toggle-id-1
Click on these questions to reveal the recommended approach and probable answers.
We will continue covering these questions, so keep visiting our career center for guidance.
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This is a good information which is well put by Brighter Monday. Thanks for helping us out in our career developments.
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Hullo brightermonday,
Let me first thank you for your good job in giving us knowledge on how to deal with interviews and for sure they don’t come easy.I would like you to give me more insights on Competency Based interviews,if possible on the line of Drivers.More companies are now using this as their style of interviews.
Hi Peter,
Thank you for your support thus far.
Competency based interviews are the kind of interviews that require you as the candidate to give real-life cases.
Such positions usually require hands-on skills that drive performance.
We will cover these interviews in the near future for further guidance.
Thank you Peter for the suggestion.
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Ready for telephone conversation
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Dear sir
how do I answer when asked to state my weakness,and if I state them dont you think ill reduce my chances.
Thank you
Hi George,
When asked to state your weaknesses, the interviewer wants to find out if you are self aware. Self awareness is in itself a strength. If you understand your weaknesses and you have already devised a way to overcome or minimize them, this works greatly to you advantage. If you say you do not have weaknesses the interviewer dismisses you as being unrealistic because everyone possesses weaknesses. If you give canned answers like ” I am a perfectionist” you are also dismissed as lacking self awareness. The advise here is to conduct an honest self assessment to find out your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. You will then begin to discover ways of dealing with your weaknesses and threats and cultivating your strengths and opportunities. Ensure that this assessment is done before the interview because this question will most often than not come up.
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How are you supposed to answer when asked ” where do you see yourself in five years time?”
Hi Johnstone,
When an employer asks about your strategic career plan, what they really want to know is whether you are ambitious, have a plan for your life and to ascertain that you sitting for that interview is part of your bigger plan and its just not by chance. Usually candidates with a clear plan and goals and those who are able to link the job position in question with their larger plan have a better chance getting the job. This is because they possess the correct mindset and will stick around even in the face of challenges. This means that you must have short term and long term goals that are clear, focused and relevant to your career. Most of all, you must be able to make the connection between the position you are interviewing for and your career goals.
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If am asked to the salary expected, how do I respond
Hello Kevin,
To answer the question about your salary expectation, first it is very important to understand that the employer is asking you this question to see if you understand your market value given your level of experience. Try as much as possible to avoid the urge of just mentioning figures and ranges for the sake of moving onto the next question. If have done your homework, you should have a fairly good idea of the kind of salary range for someone with your level of experience in the position you’re seeking. You are safer giving a range rather than a fixed figure.
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I mean quoting the expected salary
Hello Kevin,
Thanks for the question. First it is very important to understand that the employer is asking you this question to see if you understand your market value given your level of experience. Try as much as possible to avoid the urge of just mentioning figures and ranges for the sake of moving onto the next question. If have done your homework, you should have a fairly good idea of the kind of salary range for someone with your level of experience in the position you’re seeking. You are safer giving a range rather than a fixed figure.
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If you were summarily dismissed from a job how do you tackle this in an interview.
Hi Pauline,
Honesty is the best policy during interviews and this case is no different. Do not trash your previous employer in any way. Simply state that you were unfortunately let go, that you have learnt from your mistakes and that you are a better employee from that experience.
^DM
Hello Pauline,
The most important thing to remember is honesty. This is because employers circles are small and they can find out the truth anyway. You need to be careful what you say and how you say it. Do not at any point trash your previous employer in any way. Let your interviewer know that you were unfortunately let go, that you see their way of reasoning and that you have become a better employee owing to that experience. Do not delve into much detail, unless your interviewer probes.
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wow, nice advise as well I am happy to read the same.
Thanks
Edgar
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I mean holidays
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Hi, how do one explain to the interviewer when they ask, ‘why should we employ you’
Hi Timothy,
The interviewer is in other words asking you to prove that you are better than the other candidates they have met or will meet. In such an instant, you are being asked to give a pitch highlighting your skills, experience and strengths that will bring the solutions they are looking for. This is your chance to highlight your achievements, unique creativity at solving issues and aspects of your personality that are unique and relevant to the current job position. Your pitch should be clear, concise, honest and relevant.
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This is a very important information to all green pastures lookers
Keep it up
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To what extend does the layout of one’s Resume affect his/her chance of getting shortlisted for interview? For instance ommitting personal details such as your tribe, languages you speak, marital status, date of birth, height etc.
Hi Gidraf,
Your CV is usually your only shot of getting shortlisted for a panel interview. For every position advertised, Human Resource professional receive a lot of applications. The first filter process usually is based on criteria given in the profile of the advert ranging from qualifications, experience, age, and other traits. This means that the layout of information on your CV is Everything. In most cases, the potential employer doesn’t need personal details like your tribe, marital status, date of birth, height etc UNLESS it is included in the criteria profile of the advert. Such information can be requested for during the panel interview. This means that you have to read every job ad carefully and customize your CV to ensure it captures all information that is important to the potential employer as specified in the advert.
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Hello,
If the potential employer asks about salary expectation, what is the most appropriate answer? Should one quote their most recent salary?
K.J Kanyi
Hello Kanyi,
If you are currently employed you can quote what you currently earn and start to negotiate from there.
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How do u answer wen asked to describe or tell about uaself.
Hello Franklin,
If you are asked at the beginning of the interview, then the employer is in this case most likely interested in knowing about your skills and experiences. Talk in brief about your background and how all these will aid you in undertaking the responsibilities of the job at hand if given the chance. For example, you can talk about your experience and the skills you have acquired as a sales person, if you have been asked that same question in an interview for a sales related position.
If asked at the end of the interview or any other point, you can talk about your interests and your character as a person, and how they relate to the requirements of the job. For example, you can mention how you are outgoing, you like socializing and networking, you are a go-getter and a business minded person etc if you are interviewing for the sales related position. You notice that the interests have to marry with the job you are interviewing for.
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The discussion will be of great help to me ,since I am a Job seeker and want to learn more on how to answer questions during an interview. merry Xmas n happy new year
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I want to give it a trailer but how can i be sure the person interviewing me is not setting me up?
Hi Charles,
It is very prudent to be wary of fraudulent calls from conmen posing as potential employers. After receiving a call about a job you applied for and they conduct a telephone interview, be careful not to give away any personal information that might be used to steal from you e.g your bank details. Also, when called upon for the next stage in a panel interview, make sure you do a background check on the company in question to verify their credibility.
^DM
If sent an email regret how should you respond to it?
Hello Christine,
You can thank the employer to for taking time to go through for your CV and Cover letter.
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How do you respond to questions like; why do you think you are the best candidate? What is it that you are bringing on board?
Hi Erick,
The interviewer simply wants you to market your skills further. The secret here is to be ready for this question before hand and have all your strengths and unique skills on your finger tips. Ensure that you find a way of aligning your skills with the company’s needs to show how you will help them solve problems.
^DM
Hi Brighter Monday.
Many candidates has not beaten the question by employers ‘Why do you want to leave your current company?’ And many interviewers challenge the candidate ‘Why cant you request your boss to increase your salary instead of quitting from the company if you are worthy working-with?’ What and how candidates are supposed to answer these challenging questions?
Finally I wish you Merry X-Mass & Happy new year 2016 for the entire Brighter Monday crews!
Hi Nelson,
The discussion about why you want to leave your current employment should never be about better pay, even though that is why most people leave current employers. You should make it about passion, greater challenges, and you outgrowing your current position. Make sure you have tangible evidence in terms of current achievements for the interviewer to be convinced that you are indeed looking for bigger challenges. When you make this discussion about search for growth and bigger challenges, the interviewer will find no use in asking about you requesting your current boss for a raise.
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Hello,what are you to say if you ask to say about yourself and you dnt have any job experience
Hello Jane,
If you are asked at the beginning of the interview, then the employer is in this case most likely interested in knowing about your skills and experiences. Talk in brief about your background and how all these will aid you in undertaking the responsibilities of the job at hand if given the chance. For example, you can talk about your experience and the skills you have acquired as a sales person, if you have been asked that same question in an interview for a sales related position.
If asked at the end of the interview or any other point, you can talk about your interests and your character as a person, and how they relate to the requirements of the job. For example, you can mention how you are outgoing, you like socializing and networking, you are a go-getter and a business minded person etc if you are interviewing for the sales related position. You notice that the interests have to marry with the job you are interviewing for
^AM
How do you answer these questions: Where do you see yourself in the next ten years?What is your career path?What are your weaknesses?Why should we hire you?
Hi Flavia,
When an employer asks about your strategic career plan, what they really want to know is whether you are ambitious, have a plan for your life and to ascertain that you sitting for that interview is part of your bigger plan and its just not by chance. Usually candidates with a clear plan and goals and those who are able to link the job position in question with their larger plan have a better chance getting the job. You should also have a clear career path that is in a way linked to the job you are applying for. AS for weaknesses, your potential employer wants to find out if you are self aware and whether you master your weaknesses. Be honest and strategic when mentioning your weaknesses. They have to be work related and you must be in control of them. Never say that you don’t have a weakness. When someone asks why they should hire you, it is an opportunity for you to market your skills further. They want to know if you understand your value.
^DM
Thank you for the advice given it will really help me out with my next interview
You’re welcome Florence. Stay tuned for more informative articles.
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When asked to ask any questions. Is it good to ask about the salary, if the interviewer has not talked about it.
Hello Liro,
If the employer does not ask about the salary, you can always bring it up towards the end of the interview.
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how can you be clear but diplomatic during an interview
Hello Victor,
You should always be honest and polite during an interview. Also make sure that your are audible enough so that the interviewer can understand what you are saying.
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Thank you for your unwavering support.
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what really could be wrong when one has the right papers, a good resume and he/ she is not called for interviews for a span of over 3 months?
I had my very first interview with one of the best accounting firms in Kenya while I was still a student, after graduation I only have had one interview with Kenol Kobil which I failed on the last day. Since then I am never called for interviews.
Hi Josepaht,
Your last minute disappointment could be as a result of performing poorly during your interview. You may be over confidence or answering in appropriately or even the dress code just look back and figure out where you went wrong. We have a good articles we have written that can assist you on the same just go through the link here https://goo.gl/gsBXtp and get good tips.
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Thanks for the tips i have experienced it and it worked.
Hi Nekitowe,
Thank you for the feedback.
We are glad the tips you learned here has worked for you.
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hello Brighter Monday team, recently i got a text followed by an email from a company that invites me for an interview, what worries me is that they need a non refundable fee sent thro mpes before i attend this interview. is this a genuine interview or its some fraud. please advise.
Hi Jael,
Thank you for reporting this.
Kindly send to us full details of the company and any written document requesting for the money and we will follow up on it. Please remember to send via this email customerservice@brightermonday.co.ke
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Good and constructive tips for us job seekers, thanks!!
You’re welcome Kachala.
Implement the tips and you will go far.
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Thnx for the tips remain blessed.
Hi Maneno
Thank you for your support.
We wish you a blessed Career too.
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Get me a job as a French/English Translator/Interpreter
Hi Steven,
Thank you for writing to us.
We do have exciting job opportunities in your field of interest. Kindly click on the link here https://www.brightermonday.co.ke/search/jobs-in-education-training
Update your cv and profile increase your chances of hearing from employers.
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I had a phone interview with the UN on February. They told me they’ll contact me.
Hi Dag.
Thank you for reading.
Make sure that you prepare yourself well before they call you.
Read articles on interview and dresscode right here.
All the best and if you need more tips on this feel free to write to us.
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Hi. I recently got an advert for a job on the web and applied. This was a foreign company based in Kenya but with HQ in UK. Later on a guy called unfortunately I was out of reach, then he dropped an SMS describing himself as a Hr for the company. He had requested I call him back, but being a foreign number, its hardly going through. How can I handle such a situation?
Hi Mike
Just be on the look out to all jobs that you apply and more so do a thorough back ground check up of the company. If there was a written communication for the invite and there was no money requested in the email then you dont need to panic. But your case is different because its rare for an employer to ask you to call back so be very careful because they may be scammers. We have safety hunting tips that can help you click here https://www.brightermonday.co.ke/safe-job-hunting?utm_source=crm&utm_campaign=private-reply&utm_medium=social
If there is more to this please share that information through our customers service email which is customerservice@brightermonday.co.ke
and we will follow up.
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Hello brightmonday,i am sick and tired looking for a job in hotels as reservation,front office supervisor, telephone operator,receptionist or guest relation but there is no positive chances of success,thanks for the tips above,its me Andrew currently working at Golden tulip hotel
in masaki 0782 908072
Hi Andrew,
Someone from the team will call you.
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You people for sure your so creative.. On this I can say nothing
Hi Pius,
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There is more installed for you just keep it here.
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Thank you for the tips brighter Monday I have been reading each and every time they are posted and I have applied job that match my experience that is in finance but unfortunately I get regret emails I feel disappointed in myself what can I do to get a job I really need one.
You sure can Elvinah, kindly review your account to update your cv. In addition to that also complete your profile up to 100% and anytime you receive an alert from us make sure that your time of application is immediate. We have good CV writing tips right here click https://www.brightermonday.co.ke/blog/get-acv-template-works/
If you do this, you will increase your chances of getting feedback. All the best and let us know if you need more assistance.
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I appreciate your deep concern on making the best for others, this is real a far reached standard of civilization. Thanks alot, blessed be you all.
Hi Jonas
Thank you for reading,
We endeavor to offer career advice to all our readers.
Be blessed too and keep it here.
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Thanks for the nice tips
You’re welcome Winfred.
Stay tuned for more.
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This is enlightening
Hi Julius,
Thank you for reading.
Stay tuned for more enlightening articles.
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It is a good and helpful article .all the best
Hi Phillip
Thank you for reading.
Stay tuned for more and all the best in your en devours.
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Thank you so much for the tips. I have certainly learnt something new.
You’re welcome Jaqualine.
Keep it here and you will learn more.
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This is great and highly appreciated! When I was reading I felt very confident as if I had a phone interview, thanks for sharing this Brighter Monday Team.
You’re welcome Alatukela,
We are glad to have boosted your confidence but make sure that you implement what you have read..that way you will know how effective the
information is.
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Thank you very much for your lessons.
Hi Joel,
Thank you for reading.
Keep it here and you will learn more.
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Wow, this is a very good lesson I didn’t know! Thanks for your useful tips, be blessed
You’re welcome Ambros,
We are glad you are enlightened.
All the best and be blessed.
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Great prep tips. Thanks
You’re welcome Ezekiel.
We are glad you are enlightened.
Very informative. Thank you
Hi Loise,
Thank you for reading.
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Thank you so much for the discussion, it is so interesting. I love it.
Your welcome Aneth.
We also appreciate your audience and more so keep writing to us.
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Great hint,thanks
Thank you Harron,
Your feedback is highly appreciated.
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Thanks for that great information. It has really enlightened me.
Hi Susan,
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nice tips which makes us aware
Hi Rahel,
Thank you for reading.
Keep it here for more timely career tips.
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Thanks
never thought that one should be official
I’m now very informed.
It is important Julia and thanks a lot for reading.
If you need more tips on this just keep it here.
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I’m more informed now than I was before reading the article.
Hi Paul,
Thank you for reading.
Its our pleasure to always keep you informed.
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Quite informative and educative,thank u.
Hi Charly,
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Very informative piece. Many thanks
Your welcome Lllian,
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Am greatful for the information. Am now informed and very ready for any phone call interview.
Hi Calvin,
Thank you for the feedback and we hope you implement all what you have read. All the best!
Am greatful for the vital information. Am now very ready for any phone call interview.
Hi Calvin,
We appreciate your continued support.
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