It is important to remain objective at all times…Planning in advance for a screening interview and good observations during the interview are two important parts of the process. Maintaining your objectivity, repeating questions and the use of “silence” are additional ingredients for success!
Understanding and Questioning
The ultimate goal of the interview is to formulate an opinion regarding the candidate’s suitability for employment. It is important to remain objective at all times. It is helpful to gain an understanding of someone’s motivation, especially when his or her statements can be independently confirmed. For instance, termination from a prior employment should not be grounds for eliminating the candidate from the selection process.
It is also very important not to run out of questions before the interview is over. Repeat a question if necessary while formulating another one. Sometimes, however, a long period of silence makes the candidate feel as if he/she should fill the gap. In these instances, a candidate can provide more information than he or she intends.
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