Some people think that if they talk more during interviews, it'll help them. But this is incorrect.
"The less you talk, the more you listen and the better you'll do," Bailo told Business Insider.
The best method to use is to wait three seconds before answering questions. This will give you time to think and to cut out unnecessary "ums" and "ahhs" in your conversation.
Keep in mind that the phone interview is much like a dance — take time to listen to the music. The hiring manager determines the dance, so if they want to follow, then you lead. If they want to lead, you follow.
"Be sure to listen to what the interviewer has to say, and think before responding. Take a few seconds to understand the question, and then prepare a quality answer before simply blurting out something less intelligent."