Key Concepts
What is recruitment?
The process of finding and attracting candidates for a job.
What is the first stage of the selection process?
Reviewing applications and filtering candidates based on qualifications.
What is nepotism in hiring?
Hiring friends or family regardless of their qualifications.
What technology helps analyze résumés automatically?
Artificial intelligence (AI).
What is the capital of Canada?
Ottawa
What is the difference between talent acquisition and recruitment?
Talent acquisition focuses on long-term workforce planning, while recruitment is more immediate.
What is the difference between a structured and an unstructured interview?
A structured interview has standardized questions, while an unstructured one is more flexible.
Name one negative impact of unethical recruitment.
High employee turnover or legal consequences.
What is one advantage of virtual interviews?
They facilitate remote hiring.
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
Diamond
What is the Employer Value Proposition (EVP)?
A set of benefits and values that a company offers to attract talent.
What do Situational Judgment Tests (SJTs) assess?
How a candidate would react to real-life workplace scenarios.
Why is transparency important in the selection process?
It builds trust and avoids misleading candidates.
What is gamification in recruitment?
Using games and interactive tests to assess candidates' skills.
Who developed the theory of general relativity?
Albert Einstein
What is job analysis?
The process of identifying key responsibilities, required skills, and competencies for a job.
What tool is used to verify a candidate’s background and references?
Background and reference checks.
How can hiring bias be reduced?
By using structured interviews and objective criteria.
How does predictive analytics help in recruitment?
It predicts a candidate’s success in a role.
What is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature?
Mercury
What is workforce planning?
A strategic approach to ensuring an organization has the right people to meet its goals.
What happens during a probation period?
The employee’s performance and fit for the role are evaluated.
What is discrimination in recruitment?
Excluding candidates based on personal characteristics like race, gender, or age.
What is candidate experience, and why is it important?
It refers to a candidate’s perception of the hiring process and affects the company’s employer brand.
Who was the first person to reach the South Pole?
Roald Amundsen