What does your Voicemail say about you??
If you're applying for jobs make sure you have your mobile phone voicemail is set up, as you would not believe the number of people that don't. 
Further from that, a personalised message is very important if you want to make a good professional first impression - no jokes or gimmicks, as they really don't go down well!
Employers and recruitment consultants have to call so many applicants a good voicemail answer message, confirming they have got the right number, will make them more inclined to leave a message and not just move onto the next candidate.
Everyone always talks about making a good first impression so are you failing on the first level?
And to keep on the phone theme…..
Presenting yourself well over the phone!
A telephone interview is your first chance to bring your CV profile to life after being just another CV in the shortlist so make sure you deliver yourself in a confident and polite manner.
If you get a call out of the blue and do not recognise the number don't answer in a relaxed attitude no matter what mood you are in - it could be an employer and first impressions are SO important.
Making sure that the conversation keeps flowing is key and avoiding 'erms' and 'umms' will keep you sounding sharp but if you need a moment to think over a question just say so instead of filling the gaps with rambling.
Always remember to ask questions back given your turn. Interviewing is a two way process but don't get carried away by just asking about entitlements like holiday, benefits, bonuses and salary as it will only make them feel you're interested for the wrong reasons.
Everyone goes to work to earn money, but employers want to connect with people that share the right interests, ideologies and passions not people with a one track mind hell-bent on their own gain!
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