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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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The 12 Most Effective Employee Selection Methods: A Comprehensive Guide

Hacker Earth

Selection Method 6: Educational Achievements Overview and Effectiveness A candidate’s educational background can offer clues about their qualifications and potential for success. Here’s how educational achievements play a role: Assessing Qualifications: Formal education equips individuals with specific knowledge and skills.

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Struggling to find talent? It’s time to learn the hard truth about soft skills

Social Talent

We’ve been talking about this for years now, how we must hire on more than just years of experience or educational achievements. There are the tried and tested methods like behavioral interview questions that assess past actions to predict future ones. Soft skills are the currency of the workplace.

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How to Build a Diverse Recruiting Strategy

Social Talent

Use inclusive qualifications: Focus on essential skills and qualifications rather than specific degrees or certifications (unless specifically relevant) that may exclude candidates from nontraditional educational backgrounds. This not only fosters inclusion but also helps to educate and raise awareness among the entire workforce.

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Best Ways To Assess a Product Manager’s Skills When Hiring

Vervoe

Ask behavioral interview questions. Questions in a behavioral interview are designed to learn whether a candidate has the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position. In a behavioral interview, ask about challenges the candidate has encountered and how they worked through them.

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Building a Strong Talent Pipeline: Strategies for Effective Sourcing and Engagement

Hacker Earth

Offering educational resources and training opportunities: Provide access to online courses, workshops, or training programs to showcase your commitment to employee development. Building a Strong Employer Brand: Importance of employer branding in talent engagement: A strong employer brand attracts and retains top talent.

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Structured Interviews: Definition, Benefits, Challenges & Examples

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To address this challenge, organizations should invest in comprehensive interviewer training programs that emphasize unbiased assessment techniques. Interviewers should be educated about potential biases and instructed on how to mitigate them.