As job seekers, once you have a resume circulating, it’s important to focus on the details to be sure your job hunt is successful. One important and often overlooked job seeker tip: Pay attention to your telephone etiquette! In a competitive climate, every impression you make on a potential hiring manager affects how you fare in the job hunt.
Typically, a recruiter or hiring manager interested in interviewing you will pick up the phone and call the number on your resume. What number do you list? Hopefully, you haven’t included a work number or home phone your roommates, parents or children may answer. Be sure to offer a number only you answer, typically a cell phone with good sound quality and reliable reception. You don’t want to give the impression you conduct personal business at work, have to worry that someone will be rude to a potential interviewer, risk missing a message, or have your five-year old answer the phone when your dream job calls!
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