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Re: The Real Way to Interview Someone

Chad Bordeaux — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:05:59 -0000

Great tip. Another thing someone once told me that works great at our firm is that whenever possible, follow them out to their car. Peak inside. Usually the condition of the car reflects condition of how they work. If their car is cluttered with McDonald's wrappers and piles of trash in the floor board, they will likely be sloppy on the job as well. They will dress sloppier than everyone else, their work will be sloppier and contain more errors and there general attitude is likely to be more negative.

After I first heard this advice, I started reflecting upon the individuals that I have had work for me in the past. The best employees have always kept their vehicles clean and spotless. The worst - always messy and out of sorts.

Re: The Real Way to Interview Someone

Frank Roche — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 06:22:54 -0000

Laurie, that's a good one. Nothing like putting someone on ice to see how cool they are.

Wally, it is about character, isn't it? There's something about that deep-down element that you can't teach or train in. When we get good ones, it's great for the organization.

Re: The Real Way to Interview Someone

Wally Bock — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:27:58 -0000

Great point, Frank. Taking a candidate to lunch can tell you a lot about a person's manner, ability to handle social situations in a business context. And how they deal with wait staff at the restaurant and receptionists and other "unimportant" people around the office tell you a lot about character.

Re: The Real Way to Interview Someone

laurie ruettimann — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:43:56 -0000

True x100. Also, keep them waiting in the lobby for five minutes and have a spy. See how they react to the delay. :)