5 Interview Effectively

Most executives have never been taught how to properly interview people for a position. Fortunately, the most effective interviewing process is quite simple, as long as you can discipline yourself to learn it and then to follow it each time.

Start the process by writing out a logical sequence for the interview. You can even make a brief checklist that you review before you speak to a job candidate for the first time. The first questions are aimed at getting information about the work experience of the candidate as it applies to the job under consideration. Then ask questions to ascertain the skill level of the candidate. You want to know what his or her career aspirations are with regard to this job and your company. ...

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