From the course: Hiring an Employee for Managers
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Conducting panel interviews
From the course: Hiring an Employee for Managers
Conducting panel interviews
- Have you ever walked in to an interview to a group of people staring at you and then firing question after question? Not only was the hiring manager present, but their manager, the CEO, and other peers. It was probably terrifying. Let's discuss ways, as a manager, you can make these panel interviews less scary and more productive for both you and the candidates alike. First, be clear about your reason for using a panel interview. The number one reason why you might want to use a panel interview is because it's easier. It's way easier to schedule one big meeting rather than with five to seven different meetings. There's also the assumption that a panel interview can help to eliminate bias and have multiple people observe the behavior rather than one person's opinion. Panel interviews are also more engaging than a one-on-one meeting. You get a chance to see how the candidate really reacts under pressure or presents themselves during a future meeting with clients or partners. Next, who…
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