Write a 15-minute phone screen script

Get a short phone screen script that checks the deal-breakers (availability, pay, must-have skills) before you spend time on full interviews.

The prompt

Write a 15-minute phone screen script for applicants to a [ROLE] position at [BUSINESS NAME].

Deal-breakers to confirm: [e.g. available weekends, valid driver's license, can lift 50 lbs, pay range of $X to $Y works]
One or two skills to probe quickly: [SKILLS]
What I want to tell them about the job: [KEY FACTS]

Structure:
1. A 30-second introduction (who I am, how the call will go).
2. Brief overview of the role, including pay and schedule.
3. Deal-breaker questions, worded neutrally.
4. Two or three short questions on skills and motivation.
5. Time for their questions.
6. A clear close: next steps and when they will hear back.
Add a simple note-taking grid and a rule of thumb for who moves forward.

Replace every [BRACKETED] part with your own details before sending.

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