In a job market where candidates can exhaustively research how to best present themselves and script the answers to often-asked questions, it pays for employers to push jobseekers to think on their feet. The payoff can be immediate as the average cost of hiring a...
Job interviews are an opportunity for employers to go beyond the resume and get a solid idea about the candidates they have previously met only on paper. These in-person experiences also allow candidates to form an impression of the company they might join. Often,...
Interviewing job candidates is a tough task that can be compared to navigating an imaginary minefield. Understandably, interviewers often ask themselves questions like: What types of interview questions will get honest replies? Which are best to avoid because they...
Sourcing candidates who are well-suited to jobs that require repetitive and mundane tasks —such as those often associated with data entry or technical writing positions — is often a unique challenge for hiring managers. While there are likely to be applicants who...
Every industry reaches the point where they must welcome the next generation of employees into the workplace. Adjusting to changes in work environments, accommodating new technologies and meeting evolving customer expectations present significant challenges for...
Pre-employment tests, when used judiciously, can provide a variety of predictive information about a candidate’s fit for the job and potential for success. For instance, personality tests provide evidence that helps hiring managers predict how an applicant might...
There are many reasons hiring managers ask convoluted, inappropriate-sounding, or downright dumb questions. Some interviewers may be inexperienced, while others are working off a tired, well-worn script. Then, there are the interviewers trying to catch candidates...
Falling for the wrong candidate among job seekers is a common pitfall when considering job applicants. Candidates’ superficial traits can open up a host of misperceptions. A candidate’s charisma, self-presentation, or polished interview skills cloud a hiring manager’s...
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