How to Interview as a Manager - often times during interviews the hiring manager or supervisor only considers how the person applying should act, and not how they themselves should come across.
This simple presentation offers steps and advice on how Hiring Managers can best conduct themselves so they can make a great first impression on all interviewees, and attract the best talent.
2. Why Interviews Matter
● Can set the tone for
your working
relationship
● Attract or deter
quality hires
● Help to find the
right hire
● Because everyone
deserves it
9. Tips on Asking Questions
● Be familiar with questions you’re going to
ask
● Be consistent with questions used
o Use behavioral-based questions
o HR has created and sent these out
o Be fair and protect your company
● Know what answers you’re looking
for, but also be open to new ideas.
12. Inform Your Staff
● Let them know
what day you’ll be
interviewing.
● Tell them who is
coming and when.
● Make sure they
respect the time.
I have
10 interviews today.
?!?!
13. Be Prepared to Answer
Questions Yourself
Both sides are interviewing each other.
19. Give Undivided Attention
● Minimize
everything on
computer (or do
Sleep Mode)
● DND your phone
● Silence your cell
● Close your door
(can even put a
paper sign on it)
29. Using Memory vs. Notes
The brain is for process, not storage.
Write their answers down.
30. Not Knowing Legal Limits
Direct questions about family, marital status,
age, religious or political affiliation are not
permitted within the employment interview.
31. A Few Questions to Avoid
● Are you married?
● Are you divorced?
● How old are you?
● Do you have any children or
intend to have children?
● What are your daycare plans?
● Do you own or rent a home?
● Do you have any debts?
● Do you suffer from any illnesses
or disabilities?
34. Provide Closure
● Be a stand up pro.
● Call or email all
candidates
interviewed.
● Thank them for
their time, and let
them know they
haven’t been
chosen.