It’s probably a little too obvious to state that most employers want to hire good people. They want skilled, capable individuals who are open to learn and have a good work ethic. It’s surprising how far those virtues can give you, even if you’re new to a certain field.
As an employer, however, you’re always rolling the dice depending on who you hire and how you hire them. It can be easy to be stung by someone who exaggerates their experience and past responsibilities, or perhaps someone who doesn’t take the job seriously as more of a stop-gap onto bigger and better things.
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Now, if you run a tire company, you might not necessarily expect every employee to have their position as a lifelong dream to stick with forever. That’s fine, but being able to focus on the work and remain attentive is non-negotiable.
To do that you have to hire the right people. Here’s how to do that:
References
You could start by checking references from a person’s previous employers, as this is one of the most effective ways to vet a new hire. It’s not the only way, but a good way. You can get an idea of their work ethic and how they function in a team setting when asking someone from before – just be sure to use an official contact number or email address, because sometimes people use false references.
This way, a past employer can also give you insight into a person’s strengths and weaknesses, which is good to know before you hire them. It’s also wise to speak with more than one reference to get a well-rounded idea of the person.
Vetting
It’s always helpful to vet a potential employee before you hire them, with a rounded approach. This can involve many different steps, like running a background check or calling their references. You may also want to verify their past employment and educational background.
This is a very important step to make sure you get a clear picture of a person’s history – like making sure they actually do have that degree.
Psychometric & Personality Testing
Many companies now use psychometric tests to get a better idea of a potential hire’s personality and cognitive abilities. It’s good enough for the military after all, so it’s probably good enough for us. It’ll also help you get a better sense of how they might fit in with your company culture and team. These tests can help you measure abilities like an individual’s problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and how they handle pressure.
Also don’t forget that a long chat with someone outside an interview environment can be a good idea. Go to a local cafe and talk over a coffee, or if you’re in a specific field, like hiring a personal trainer for your gym, work out with them. Get their ideas and philosophy about their role, it can do more than almost anything else to give you a feel for the person.
With this advice, we hope you can more easily know who you’re hiring, no matter what you’re recruiting for.
