An effective process for evaluating job candidates lies at the heart of every successful recruitment effort. Without a way to properly assess candidate resumes or performance during an interview, you run the risk of making one of two mistakes: inadvertently overlooking candidates who deserve more attention or wasting time on job seekers who aren’t a good fit for your open role. Robert Half has the tips and advice you need to evaluate job candidates. Learn what to look for the next time you hire.
Evaluating Job Candidates
Here’s How to Check References
Interviews are over and you’ve settled on the best job candidate. But before you make an offer, discover how to check references the right way.
Hiring Skills Challenge
How often do workers apply for jobs when they're underqualified, and how do employers feel about it? Find out in this infographic from Robert Half.
What Does a Payroll Clerk Do? Find Out If You Need One
Is your company and its payroll growing? If you’re asking what does a payroll clerk do, and you’re preparing to hire, this information is for you.
Check Your References
Senior managers report removing 1 in 3 candidates from consideration for a position after checking references. What are managers most eager to learn about applicants? Find out in this infographic from Accountemps.
What to Do When a Job Candidate Ghosts You
Has a top job candidate vanished? Read Robert Half’s tips on how to deal with ghosting during the hiring process.
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