Keep in mind the goal of hiring doesn't have to only be about the current vacancy and present urgent need. Perhaps, it can also be a proactive effort, addressing the upcoming needs of the team. Maybe finding that stronger candidate who can help today & tomorrow could be a smarter choice. Also finding that multi-versed [...]
Having many matching skills is great. But it’s those candidates: 1) with a strong overall aptitude, 2)who communicate most effectively, 3) who show a track-record of being able to get things done, 4) who possess a quick ability to acclimate wherever they work...that prove often to the be great ones.
As you ask a candidate questions, pay attention to his or her demeanor, response time, and clarity. Does this candidate communicate to the levels needed by the team they’ll be joining? Can this candidate think on his or her feet? How does the candidate handle a question when they don’t know the answer? Did the [...]
Ask about the most challenging projects and difficult deadlines they’ve encountered. Gather insights from their results, their MO (modus operandi) in those circumstances, and their affect during the recall of the events. Closely observing factors like these will give you insights into how the candidate will perform during stressful times if hired.
Pay close attention, be clever and creative in your questioning. Try to understand the business models they’ve previously worked within at past employers. Learn about the Finance and Accounting hierarchies they’ve experienced, and understand the breakout of how the department functions were handled within those past organizations. You’ll learn a lot about your potential employee, [...]
