BizAnalyst Network: Stop, Look, And Listen To Job Candidates

Thursday, March 30, 2006

Stop, Look, And Listen To Job Candidates

Stop, Look, And Listen To Job Candidates
THE HR COACH By Linda J. Lerner

Question: I have made some mistakes in the past when hiring clerks for our store. I know I need some pointers on what to ask when interviewing these potential employees. Do you have some advice for me?

Most people who don�t interview for a living make a similar mistake; they talk too much. We want so much to have the job requirements understood that we describe the type of customer, the hours, the working conditions, and other relevant facts.

In order to get a real sense of whether an applicant will make a potentially good employee for your store, you need to ask the type of questions that will give you the opportunity to assess their suitability to your needs.

Want to know the right questions to ask. Read Linda J. Lerner's column, Stop, Look, And Listen To Job Candidates.
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