Five Questions to Ask Every Candidate’s References

Candidate reference checks are a critical part of the hiring process. Eight out of 10 recruiters use them to learn more about candidates and ensure that the job seeker is the right fit. However, if you aren’t asking the right questions when you talk to a candidate’s references, you might be missing out on critical information. References […]

How Startup Interviews Are Different

When you are hiring for a startup, you need to have a different mindset. You can’t focus solely on a candidate’s hard skills and assume it will be enough. It’s critical that you also consider how each new hire will alter your company’s culture. Since you’re in the early stages, the influence of a single personality can […]

Everyone Knows the Typical Interview Process, Right?

On average, the job interview process takes a surprising 22.9 days to complete. This showcases the fact that the typical interview process is much more involved than simply sitting down with a candidate for a quick chat and making a decision about extending an offer. Instead, interview processes are multistaged ventures designed to evaluate candidates in multiple ways, with the goal being to improve the outcome. While every company’s process […]

4 Reasons Why You Should Standardize Your Interview Process

It is incredibly common for hiring managers to lack a standardized, consistent hiring process. Hiring managers often create their own interviews and tests that help them determine the best candidates for their open positions. Unfortunately, this allows more room for error. Standardizing the hiring process leads to better quality hires and increased productivity. If hiring […]