Before the Interviews
What are the benefits of interviewing?
(According to the slide deck you just reviewed)
Meet new people, or
Expand our Professional Network, or
Brand Swisher, or
Find New Talent
Is this a legal question during an interview:
If you are not a citizen do you have the right to remain permanently in the U.S.
No, it is Illegal
What is an action which makes an interview candidate "stand out" that takes place after the interview
Send a thank you note or email
Where did the interview (between Kurt and Erika) take place
Marriott Courtyard
Hotel
What are the first steps in preparing to interview a candidate
(According to the slide deck you just reviewed)
Review the job descriptions and/or resume
Is this a legal question during an interview:
This position requires some overnight business travel. Would you be able to travel overnight when required?
Yes, it is Legal
What can you do if you're not sure who to hire
Bring them back in for an interview, or
Start the process over, or
Get help from HR
What's the first think Kurt did when he saw Erika
He greeted her.
Hi Erika, Kurt Brown, nice to meet you.
What you look for in a resume
(According to the slide deck you just reviewed)
Work Objective, or
Relevant Skills, or
Employment History, or
Industry Experience, or
Visual Resume appeal
What is the ADA
Americans with Disability Act
What resources do you use to select your next TM
Your notes, or
The job description, or
Your gut, or
Seek guidance from ZM or HR
What is Erika's college degree in
B.A. in Social Work
Name an interview Don't
(According to the slide deck you just reviewed)
Don't go into the interview unprepared, or
Don't tip your hand, or
Don't jump the gun
What is Affirmative Action
It required that employers "not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, or national origin."
What should you do after all the interviews are complete
Decide on your new TM, or
Contact the candidate and let them know the status
Why did Kurt think the work schedule was ok for Erika
She didn't have kids
Name an interview Do
(According to the slide deck you just reviewed)
Use Behavioral questions, or
Use the same questions for each candidate (matrix), or
Get over your biases
Is this a legal question during an interview:
Are you currently being treated for any illness that would prohibit you from doing this job?
No, it is Illegal
Can you perform all the job requirements listed in the job description
How long should you take to make a decision on a candidate
As soon as possible
(because the background check can take a while)
According to Erika what are the attributes of a great salesperson
Detail Oriented, or
Goal Oriented, or
Authentic, or
Self Motivated