Monthly Archives: June 2003

Try Before You Buy: A More Agile Approach to Hiring

In Laurent’s Hiring and Testingpost, he wondered why we spend so much time in the up-front stages of hiring. Why not use the probation period that seems to be the law in France, and is part of many companies’ stated … Continue reading

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When Interviewers Ask

“Why Should I Hire You” means “How is hiring you going to help me?” You can prepare for this question before, during, and after the interview. Here’s how: Before the interview, review the job description. What specifics can you show … Continue reading

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Discovering Liars Before You Hire Them: 6 Tips for the Hiring Manager

  Most people don’t lie on their resumes or in interviews. However, if you’re not sure about a candidate, here’s a checklist to help you detect the truth about a candidate: Always check references. I ask for a minimum of … Continue reading

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Don’t Even Think About Lying on a Resume

Joyce Crane’s article, Crossing honesty line in job search can have dire consequences talks about the consequences of lying on a resume — and getting caught. It’s not worth it. Don’t lie on your resume or in an interview. So … Continue reading

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