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Job Interview Answer: Are You Comfortable Using a Phone System

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When you are applying for an administrative / office position a typical job interview question is "Are you comfortable using a phone system with multiple lines and handling a high volume of telephone calls?"

Here are sample interview answers which you can edit to fit your personal experiences and background:

  • Yes, I'm comfortable using multiple phone lines with a high volume of calls, and have done so in the past. I'm able to keep the conversations separated, and deal with the clients in a friendly efficient manner.
  • I haven't directly handled multiple phone lines, but I understand the importance of being courteous and efficient, and I'm a quick learner.
  • I understand that phone contact is often the first interaction that a customer has with the company, and the first impression is extremely important. It is critical to maintain a friendly, professional manner on the phone at all times.

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