EDD phone interview scheduled - need advice on rescheduling and prep
Hey everyone, I've got a phone interview scheduled with EDD about my eligibility. They sent me a letter with instructions, but I'm wondering if I can reschedule it for an earlier date. Has anyone gone through this process before? Any tips on how to handle the interview or what kind of questions they might ask? I'm a bit nervous and want to make sure I'm prepared.
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Sean Fitzgerald
I went through this last month. Here's what you need to know: • Have all your documents ready (pay stubs, termination letter, etc.) • Be honest and clear about your situation • Take notes during the call • Ask for clarification if you don't understand something • Follow up with an email summarizing the call They'll probably ask about your last job, reason for unemployment, and any income you're currently receiving. Good luck!
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Anastasia Kuznetsov
•Thank you so much! This is really helpful. Did they ask you anything that caught you off guard?
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Sean Fitzgerald
•They asked if I had applied to any jobs recently, so make sure you have a list of places you've applied to just in case!
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Zara Khan
•bump for visibility, this is great advice 👍
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MoonlightSonata
Ugh, EDD is such a nightmare to deal with. I've been trying to get through to them for weeks!
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Mateo Gonzalez
•Same boat here. Its like they dont even want to help us 🙄
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Nia Williams
•Have you guys tried calling right when they open? I heard that's the best time to get through.
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MoonlightSonata
•Tried that, no luck. feels like im playing the lottery everytime i dial 😫
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Luca Ricci
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone! I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video explaining it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI
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Aisha Mohammed
•Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?
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Luca Ricci
•I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Ethan Campbell
•20 bucks? thats highway robbery 😤
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Luca Ricci
•I get it, but considering how much time I wasted trying to get through, it was worth it for me. To each their own tho 🤷♂️
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Yuki Watanabe
Pro tip: if you cant reschedule online, try calling their technical support line. Sometimes they can help with rescheduling even tho its not there main job.
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Carmen Sanchez
Anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? 🤡 EDD needs a serious overhaul.
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Andre Dupont
•Preach! 🙌 It's like they're stuck in the stone age or smthn
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Zoe Papadakis
•Fr fr, its a joke. We pay into this system and cant even use it when we need it smh
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ThunderBolt7
hey OP, just wondering - did they give you any specific reason for questioning your eligibility? might help to know what theyre looking at
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Anastasia Kuznetsov
•They didn't give me a specific reason, just said there was a question about my eligibility. That's part of why I'm so nervous 😕
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ThunderBolt7
•Ah gotcha. Don't stress too much, sometimes its just a formality. Just be honest and you'll be fine!
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Jamal Edwards
lol watch them call u at like 8:01 if ur appointment is at 8 and then mark u as a no-show 🙃 happened to me last year
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Mei Chen
•omg that's so messed up! did you manage to sort it out?
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Jamal Edwards
•yeah but it took FOREVER. had to file an appeal and everything. total clown show 🤡
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Liam O'Sullivan
Quick question - has anyone had luck getting their interview moved up? I'm in a similar sitch and really need to get this sorted ASAP.
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NebulaNinja
Hey @Anastasia Kuznetsov! I just went through this process a few weeks ago. For rescheduling, you can try calling the number on your letter - sometimes they have cancellations and can move you up, but it's hit or miss. As for prep, definitely have these ready: • Your termination paperwork or resignation letter • Last few pay stubs • Any documentation about severance/final pay • List of job applications you've submitted (with dates and company names) • Bank statements if you have any side income They asked me about why I left my job, if I was available to work, and what steps I'm taking to find employment. The interviewer was actually pretty nice - not as scary as I expected! Just be honest and don't overthink it. You've got this! 💪
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