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Interviewing Today and Not the Old School Way
April 18, 2008
Essentially I learned how to run my business from my folks—so I thought hiring someone was all about my gut feeling. Today, I’ve learned my gut has something to do with it but it’s also a purchasing decision. Too often I’ve treated an interview like a conversation which gives it no structure in which to gather information that will be useful in not only assessing the individual against the position, but also against other candidates. Overtime I’ve learned how to prepare for an interview which has resulted in better choices for my business:
1. The Introduction. An interviewee will give you their best answers when they know what to expect. Define both the process and the position.
2. The Questioning. Spend the majority of time asking questions you’ve already developed against the profile for the job.
3. The Evaluation. Start comparing the data against the profile while taking notes and making comments like “Would like to see enthusiasm, energy, and confidence”or“Want to hire someone who can make strategic decisions.”
4. The Buy. Only to be used on those who you think might be a good fit. Take the time to describe the company and position and why, based on your discussion, you think it would be a good fit for the candidate.
5. The Seal. Tell them what they can expect next. Be specific and don’t over promise.
Posted by Shanu Singh Guliani on April 18, 2008 | Comments (1)
