Interviews

Why It May Be Wiser To Hire People Without Meeting Them

Dan Heath & Chip Heath — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:00:00 -0400

When the economy finally turns around, you'll start hiring people again. You'll sift through dozens of impressive-sounding résumés -- who knew there were so many VPs in the world? -- and bring in the standouts for the critical final stage: the interview. You'll size them up, test the "culture fit," and peer into their souls. Then you'll make your decision. This is the Official Hiring Process of America. And it ignores, almost completely, what decades of research tell us about how to pick good employees.

Are You Asking These 11 Stimulating Interview Questions to Capture Your Company’s 'Honest-to-Goodness' Video Story?

Thomas Clifford — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 10:07:36 -0400

Are your video interviews compelling?
Does your audience feel naturally connected with the people featured in your company’s video?
Are you asking questions that create “one-of-a-kind” responses your viewers will remember for a long time?

If not, you’re not alone. Remember…

Getting Paid for a Job Interview

Rusty Weston — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:28:14 -0500

Employers know the problem with great job candidates is that they usually have jobs and aren't actively seeking another one. And why should they? It's a hassle to send out resumes, shake the trees on a social network or chat-up recruiters.

Typically it's unhappy employees that seek new opportunities. Apart from these active job seekers, most employed workers are considered "passive" job candidates who may leave if the right opportunity finds them. Frankly, the grass is often greener elsewhere.