The phone screen is your first chance to impress—and many candidates blow it. In just 15-30 minutes, with only your voice, you must convince them to advance you.
Our AI helps you master voice-only communication: clear articulation, proper pacing, concise answers, and the confidence that comes through the phone.
These questions appear in almost every phone screen. Nail them to advance.
Example:
"I am a software engineer with 5 years of experience in full-stack development. Most recently at TechCorp, I led the team that rebuilt our payment system, improving processing speed by 40%. I am excited about this role because of your focus on fintech innovation."
Example:
"Your work on sustainable supply chains aligns perfectly with my background in logistics optimization. I am particularly excited about the AI initiatives mentioned in your recent press release."
Example:
"Based on my research and experience level, I am looking for something in the range of $X to $Y, but I am flexible depending on the total compensation package."
Example:
"I would need to give two weeks notice at my current position, so I could start in about three weeks. I could potentially be flexible if needed."
✓ Do This:
Stand or sit up straight, smile, and speak with energy and variation.
✕ Avoid:
Monotone delivery, mumbling, speaking too quickly, or sounding bored.
✓ Do This:
Practice timing your answers. Hit key points quickly. Leave room for follow-up.
✕ Avoid:
Rambling for 3-5 minutes, going off on tangents, or giving one-word answers.
✓ Do This:
Bullet points for reference, company research notes, your prepared questions.
✕ Avoid:
Reading word-for-word (it is obvious), having too many notes to navigate.
✓ Do This:
Test your phone connection, use a quiet room, have backup options ready.
✕ Avoid:
Background noise, interruptions, poor cell signal, echoing speakerphone.
"Phone screens were my weakness—I never advanced past them. The voice optimization tips changed everything. Now I pass 80% of my phone screens."
Daniel K.
Now at a Fortune 500 Company
"Learning to keep answers under 90 seconds was the breakthrough. I used to ramble and lose the screener. Now my answers are crisp and effective."
Michelle T.
Now at Stripe
"The cheat sheet strategy saved me. Having company facts and my key points visible made me so much more confident and articulate."
Robert J.
Now at a Major Tech Company
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