How can I prove that I am very good but in a Phone Interview? (Foreign with an accent)

manpreet Best Answer 2 years ago

So I work with a company and I am open for better opportunities. I got a call today that the CEO of a Software Development company wants to speak with me as a phone interview tomorrow at 1 p.m. I said ok and the phone call went fine.

I have some concerns what if I have been asked why do I need to change the company:

• Should I say the personal stuff that are part of the reason of me looking for another job

• Should I speak about the technical and professional stuff that are part of the reason

• Should I just keep it ambiguous as like every human looks for new jobs and better opportunities and this sort of thing.

I am shy, quite and when I speak in English I have the worst accent ever. My main concern though, is that there won't be a coding test which is my best part. I believe that I should be tested because that is my strongest point and I can impress them. I don't feel representative or good in anything except programming. How can I prove that I am good at what I do but wanting better opportunities?

I don't know why I am nervous..

manpreet 2 years ago

I'd argue a few points here:

1. Don't say anything to your prospective employer as you said it here.

You don't "deserve" a better opportunity, nor a worse position. It sounds egotistical to hear one mention they "deserve better".

2. Inexperienced / uneducated managers:

These things happen, and often great leaders are not as skilled at technical work. But citing this as a problem for you says you don't handle adversity or diversity well.

3. Jr. Staff

A great employee teaches and mentors jr. staff. That a proficient staff member (allegedly at this juncture) blames the jr. staff for a myriad of problems instead of investing in them is alarming!

I don't feel representative or good in anything except programming.

In 2016, this is not enough!

How does one create accurate time requirements without being able to clarify technical requirements? Or own one's own mistakes to make the company function smoother the next go around (or help the junior staff do the same).

That said, there are better ways to think of or phrase your reasons for looking elsewhere.

Some quick ideas/ examples:

1. Seeking additional creative freedom
2. "I am looking for more seasoned colleagues to learn more advanced concepts which aren't currently available to me being the senior developer"