CREATE A POSITIVE CANDIDATE EXPERIENCE
CREATE A POSITIVE CANDIDATE EXPERIENCE
Authentic Leaders Series
Here's your go-to guide for nailing that candidate interview:
Prepping for the Interview:
Familiarize yourself with the job role and its associated requirements.
Review the candidate's application, resume, and assessments.
Prepare interview questions that are precise and effective.
If it's a panel interview, get all interviewers on the same page.
Don’t forget to brush up on your company's strategy, perks, and hiring process.
The Interview Itself
Kick-off:
Welcome the candidate with a friendly greeting and introduce yourself.
Give the candidate a snapshot of how the interview will play out.
Start with some casual chit-chat to create a comfortable atmosphere.
During the interview:
Dive into your pre-prepared questions that relate to the job role.
Utilize behavioral and situational questions to gauge past performance.
Be an active listener, take notes, and remember, less talking, more listening!
Keep a professional yet warm vibe throughout the interview.
Wrap-up:
Give space for the candidate to ask their own questions.
Talk them through the next stages of the hiring process.
Show your appreciation for the candidate's time.
Post-Interview:
Organize your notes.
Assess the candidate objectively based on the job's needs.
If it was a panel interview, have a chat with the other interviewers.
Decide on the next step (e.g. second interview, job offer, or rejection).
Top Tips:
Be consistent with your interviewing approach for all candidates.
Stick to job-related questions and steer clear of personal or inappropriate topics.
Give the candidate your undivided attention.
Show your company in the best light to leave a lasting positive impression.
If you follow these guidelines, you're on your way to conducting comprehensive interviews that not only identify top talent but also create a positive experience for the candidate!
