You’ve found a promising candidate. Their résumé checks out, and the initial phone screen went well. Now comes the real test: the interview.
If your go-to questions only skim the surface, you’re likely missing out on critical insights about your candidate’s values, communication style, work ethic, and cultural fit. To truly understand how someone might perform and thrive in your organization, your questions need to do more than prompt rehearsed answers. They need to spark meaningful conversation.
Go Beyond the Basics
Generic interview questions may tell you what a candidate wants you to hear. But thoughtful, well-crafted questions help reveal how they think, how they handle challenges, and how they’ve contributed to past teams.
Think about what matters most to your organization:
- How do your teams collaborate?
- What values drive your culture?
- What does success look like in the role?
When you align your interview questions with these priorities, you move closer to hiring someone who’s not only qualified but truly a great fit.
Don’t Be Afraid to Mix It Up
Refreshing your interview approach keeps the process dynamic and engaging, for both you and the candidate. Even small changes to your interview script can make a big difference in identifying top talent and ensuring you make the right hire.
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