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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. Breaking out of "the club" requires you to break out of the constraints of your behavioral interview questions.

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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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Cultural fit refers to the compatibility of a candidate’s values, beliefs, and behaviors with the company’s culture. On the other hand, skills refer to the specific abilities and expertise that a candidate possesses. This can be done through behavioral interviews, personality tests, and reference checks.

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Structured Interviews: Definition, Benefits, Challenges & Examples

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Combining structured interviews with other data points, such as resumes, references , and behavioral assessments, can provide a more comprehensive view of a candidate’s abilities and potential fit for the role. To mitigate this challenge, organizations can adopt a multi-method approach to candidate evaluation.

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Streamline Your Hiring Process: 25 Best Practices for Saving Time and Reducing Costs

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Conduct Video Interviews: Video interviews can be compelling for initial consultations, especially for remote positions. Use Behavioral Interview Questions: Behavioral interview questions can help you assess a candidate’s past behavior and predict their performance.

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Understanding “Quality of Hire” in Tech Recruitment

HIRED

Behavioral interviews Conduct behavioral interviews to assess a candidate’s problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and adaptability. Reference checks Contact references to learn about a candidate’s work ethic, attitude, and contributions in previous roles.

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The Evolution of Recruitment: Motivation-based Hiring

Professional Alternatives

Monitoring refers to the use of technology to track and analyze employee behavior, while motivation refers to the factors that drive employees to perform at their best. The Impact of Monitoring and Motivation on Recruitment Monitoring and motivation are two critical factors that impact recruitment today.

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