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Stop Asking Candidates
Stop Asking Candidates
1. The candidate doesn't know whether they want the job yet. They came to the interview to learn
more; you invited them to learn more about them. You wouldn't like it if the candidate asked you,
"Why do you want to hire me?" so don't ask "Why do you want the job?"
2. It is just an opinion that people have "weaknesses;" it is not a scientific fact. Even if they do
have weaknesses, why would it be any of your business what a candidate's weaknesses are? You
are not about to share your failings, so don't ask for theirs. Ask what they bring to the job,
instead.
3. Some managers are amazing leaders and some are terrible at their jobs. Just because someone
is a boss doesn't mean their opinion matters.
4. The candidate isn't going to meet the other candidates for the job. YOU know what you're
looking for; they don't.
1. What interested you in the job? (By the way, here's what we liked about your resume.)
2. How do you think your background & talents suit this job?
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