Write an article based on this "Greet the interviewer professionally. Confirm you were expecting the call. Address the interviewer politely."
Perhaps the most important part of a phone interview is how you answer the phone when it rings. You are expecting the call. Even if they're calling your personal number, answer the phone as though you were answering the phone at an office. When the phone rings, answer it as soon as possible, no later than the third ring. Say hello and state your full name clearly. For example: "Hello, this is Jay Gatsby." After your greeting, the interviewer will return your greeting and let you know who they are. Jot down their name so you don't forget it, and let them know that you've been looking forward to hearing from them. For example: "Hi, Daisy! Thank you for taking the time to talk with me today. I'm excited to discuss the opportunity to work with your company." You should dress professionally and sit up straight at a desk or table to reinforce the fact that this is a professional interview. Even though you're on the phone, be careful about lapsing into a more casual tone. When you use the interviewer's name, call them by their last name with Mr. or Ms., or whatever title they used when they first introduced themselves. You can also address them as sir or ma'am. Only address the interviewer by their first name if they specifically ask you to do so. If the interviewer compliments you or makes any positive comments about you, be sure to tell them "thank you."