Resume Review: Recruiters or hiring managers review resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.

Meta Questions: Candidates may be asked a few introductory questions or to provide a brief self-introduction.

Basic Assessment: Some companies may include skills or personality assessments at this stage.

Phone or Video Interview: A brief phone or video interview may be conducted to assess communication skills and initial fit.

Decision: Based on the outcomes, candidates are either advanced to the next stage or not selected to continue in the process.

Could you tell me about yourself?