Oct
How to Avoid Scripted Interviews
This tip is for the other side of career hunting and opportunities–for HR managers. If you think that only interviewers have their list of questions, then think again. Job candidates also have their own set of questions and possible answers! Even before they apply for a job position, they search the web for interview questions. Therefore, the primary purpose of interviews is lost. Though candidates are prepared, their skills aren’t that assessed.
To avoid getting scripted answers from your applicants, try taking them out to meet clients. For example, when interviewing for sales positions, let them know beforehand of the prospect, and then watch them sell. This is like demonstrating – on the spot! No preparations and pretensions; Just pure talent and skill.
After the sales call, treat the applicants to relaxing lunch or dinner. Watch how they relate to waiters, guests, and you. This tests their social skills. Sales people not only need to be good in marketing and sales talk; they also have to be good conversationalists. If a candidate turns out to be unpleasant and impolite, then you know that he’s not worth to be hired.