What should you not say in a phone interview?

Here are 10 things you should avoid saying during an interview, along with suggestions on what to say instead:

• Negativity about a previous employer or job.
• “I don’t know.”
• Discussions about benefits, vacation and pay.
• “It’s on my resume.”
• Unprofessional language.
• “I don’t have any questions.”
• Asking what the company does.

How do you know if a phone interview went bad?

Signs That Your Phone Interview Didn’t Go Well

1. The Interview Was Shorter Than Expected.
2. The Interviewer Doesn’t Seem Enthusiastic.
3. You Struggled With the “What’s Your Biggest Weakness” Question.
4. The Interview Felt Awkward.
5. You Didn’t Have Questions For The Hiring Manager.
6. You Haven’t Heard Back In Awhile.

What should you do after a bad interview?

What To Do After A Bad Job Interview

• Allow Yourself To Feel Disappointed After The Bad Interview.
• Talk About The Bad Interview With Another Person or To Yourself Through Journaling.
• Follow Up With A Thank You Email And Address Your Mistakes.
• Reflect On The Experience And How To Improve.

How should you end a phone interview?

Reiterate to the interviewer that you’re really excited about the position. End the call by restating how excited you are about the position, especially now that you’ve heard more about it. Also, make sure to mention 1 or 2 skills or experiences you have that would be perfect for the position.

Is a 10 minute phone interview bad?

Generally speaking, a longer interview, especially when you let the interviewer speak—remember that it’s a two-way conversation—is a good thing. That said, whether the interview only lasted five minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, or 20 minutes is less important than what you actually talked about.