The right hire can create excitement and energy among
team members. A hiring mistake can quickly undo employee productivity.
Focusing on achievements and accomplishments comes in a
number of forms, but particular interview questions get to the bottom line more
efficiently than others.
“Tell me about your career progression, leading me up to
what you do now in your current role.”
Focus on progression and assuming of greater
responsibilities. Often people who strive for progression also have a greater
achievement awareness that translates into higher productivity, creativity, and
employee engagement. Keep in mind that progression doesn’t always meet changing
in position. A person can add to their experiences and skill sets by
taking on added responsibilities without change in position/title.
An interview question such as, “What makes you stand out
among your peers?” can be an excellent measure of an individual’s level of
self-esteem and awareness of accomplishments.
If the job candidate stumbles in coming up with an
answer, you could gently lead them to a similar interview question, “Why would
your former bosses say you’re a valuable employee? What do you think they would
remember most about you?” Be sure and watch interview body
language and eye contact while a candidate responds.
A good question to give you insights into how well
candidates can quantify their achievements could be done by asking, “What have
you done at your present/last company to increase revenues, reduce costs, or
save time?”
Remember that intelligence, prior experience and
credentials don’t mean much unless new hires are willing to apply themselves to
the new job. An excellent interview question to learn more about a candidate’s
initiative is, “What’s the one achievement that you’re most proud of in your
career?”
People who focus on achievements and accomplishments tend
to get to the results faster.
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