Conducting the Initial Interview

Course Abstract

According to a study conducted by the Resource Center for Workforce Solutions, the cost of replacing an hourly staff member is $2,000. Help your managers avoid costly hiring mistakes by teaching them the importance of the interviewing process to making good hires, and how to conduct an initial interview. This course teaches the importance of making good hiring decisions, the importance of devoting care and attention to the interviewing process, and strategies for an effective initial interview.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Understand why it is important to make good hiring decisions
Uncover why managers should develop good interviewing skills
Discover how managers determine that the objective of the initial interview has been achieved
Explore how to conduct an initial interview, including the types of questions that should and should not be asked

Know the materials managers should have on hand before conducting an initial interview
Identify if an applicant is a good candidate for an in-depth interview, based on the applicant’s responses to initial interview questions
Get tips for conducting an effective initial interview