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Behavioral Interviewing: The Achilles Heel of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Glassdoor for Employers

We've all been on the other side of the table when a hiring manager or recruiter asked us a behavioral interview question. Behavioral interviewing has been the gold standard in hiring and recruiting for decades. Traditional behavioral interview questions draw from the very specific context of the working world.

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6 Questions You Should Ask a Candidate's References

Glassdoor for Employers

To really understand whether a candidate would be the right fit, it's always a good idea to talk to the people who know best: their references. Best Practices to Keep in Mind When Contacting References. First of all, it's a good idea to give the candidate at hand some visibility into how you conduct reference checks. "I

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Cultural Fit vs Skills: Which Screening is Important When Hiring?

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When it comes to hiring, recruiters often find themselves in a dilemma when deciding between cultural fit and skills. Cultural fit refers to the compatibility of a candidate’s values, beliefs, and behaviors with the company’s culture. What is Cultural Fit? Why is Cultural Fit Important?

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30+ Reference Check Questions to Learn More about Your Candidates

The Hire Talent

Reference checking is a vital part of your recruitment process. You can base your hiring decision on the candidates’ resumes, pre-employment assessment tests, and in-person interviews. When you design and optimize your automated reference checking system, you need to pay attention to the reference check questions.

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Understanding the Importance of Cultural Fit in Hospitality Recruiting

Gecko Recruiting

For employers in the hospitality industry, understanding how cultural fit impacts success is essential. During recruitment processes, employers should assess potential candidates to see if they possess the right mix of skills and qualities that match their organizational culture. Diversity is also a critical factor in cultural fit.

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6 Untapped Assessment Techniques for Hospitality Recruitment

Recruiting Daily

Behavioral Interviews Behavioral interviews are invaluable in modern recruitment practices, particularly in top positions in some sectors of the hospitality industry. The key to these interviews lies in asking applicants to provide specific examples of how they handled challenging situations.

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Cambridge Financial Controller Recruitment

Recruiting Blogs

A well-structured recruitment strategy ensures that the organization finds a candidate not only with the right technical skills but also one who fits the company culture and has the capacity to drive the company towards its financial goals. Here’s an outline of what this process might involve: 1.