Phone interviews are a way for you to showcase your skills and personality to a company recruiter while learning more about the company you’re interested in. These types of interviews are often the first step in an interview process, bringing you one step closer to an in-person interview, and ultimately, a new job.

Have a phone interview in your future? Here are a few simple “do’s” and “don’ts” to keep in mind:

Phone interviews can be difficult to master, especially since you don’t have the help of seeing a recruiter’s face or body language during the interview. But with these tips in mind, you can make a great impression before ever setting foot in the office.