by Ira Wolfe | Apr 26, 2012 | Hiring Process
Ask a dozen people to describe the most important characteristics and competencies of the ‘right’ or ‘best’ employee for a job and you’ll often get at least 12 different answers. Most managers agree that the right employee must be honest, reliable, and motivated;...
by Ira Wolfe | Apr 19, 2012 | Hiring Process
Your ability to hire the right employees is only as strong as your interviewing skills. That’s why your interview question skills need to be up to snuff if you’re going to compete effectively in the war for talent. Job candidates get all kinds of advice...
by Ira Wolfe | Apr 15, 2012 | Hiring Process
Employee testing is becoming commonplace in the workplace. More and more employers are using or considering the use of employee screening and selection assessments to help them ensure they hire or promote the right fit. But this increased popularity raises the level...
by Ira Wolfe | Feb 19, 2012 | Employment Testing, Hiring Process
According to a recent poll of nearly 500 SHRM members about the use of personality tests for the hiring and promotion of employees, the majority of HR professionals (71%) indicate that personality tests can be useful in predicting job-related behavior or...
by Ira Wolfe | Feb 12, 2012 | Employment Testing, Hiring Process
When it comes to hiring a salesperson, one size definitely does not fit all. Traits like assertiveness, criticism tolerance (ability to take a no), and resilience may be important to “get past the gatekeeper” and “close the sale.” But selling complex products or...
by Ira Wolfe | Jan 5, 2012 | Hiring Process
While our economy and job market has a long way to go, most economic indicators point toward a positive job outlook. This means that an already tight talent pool of skilled and motivated employees will get tighter in 2012 and 2013. The window for ramping up...
