Interviewing job candidates seems simple and straightforward. As a result, hiring managers often wing it, failing to devote the necessary time and effort to prepare and conduct a thorough interview. But perhaps no step in the hiring process is as important as the interview. Learn how to get the most out of an interview, including what questions to ask when staffing various roles and how to structure this meeting for success.
How to Interview Candidates
Oddball Interview Questions: Do Off-the-Wall Inquiries Help?
Tired of receiving canned answers from job interviewees? Get creative and consider tossing some off-the-wall interview questions into the mix. Asking atypical interview questions — as Robert Half’s Billie Watkins pointed out in a recent TV interview — helps hiring managers dig deeper and see how a job candidate’s mind works.
Conducting a Group Interview? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions
A group interview offers the opportunity to see how a candidate acts outside of the formal job interview setting. And it can help you make a hiring decision more quickly.
Checking Job References the Right Way: 4 Must-Do Tips
For some managers, employment references are just a resume tack-on, barely worth a glance. The truth is, checking job references can be invaluable when it comes to thoroughly evaluating your candidates.
5 Mistakes to Sidestep During a Salary Negotiation With a Candidate
If you’re a hiring manager, you may be interested to know that more than six in 10 executives polled in a Robert Half survey said they’re willing to negotiate starting salary.
Hiring a Compliance Officer? Answer These Questions
In today's hiring environment, companies often face stiff competition when hiring a compliance officer. To attract and secure top candidates for the compliance officer role, consider these three questions before starting your search.
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