When you've narrowed the applicant pool, call each candidate for a brief phone screen interview. This can eliminate time-consuming meetings with those who, despite strong resumes, don't meet all your needs. Even hearing the answers to quick phone screen interview questions often provides a sense of whether the person is likely to fit in with your team. Because these discussions are relatively, they may provide a more accurate idea of the candidate's interpersonal skills than a formal, rehearsed interview.