From the course: Interviewing a Job Candidate for Recruiters
Join today to access over 22,600 courses taught by industry experts or purchase this course individually.
Prevent problem areas by establishing rapport and trust
From the course: Interviewing a Job Candidate for Recruiters
Prevent problem areas by establishing rapport and trust
- It's not easy to develop rapport with candidates when basically, you're a stranger they don't know or trust. They don't know if you will help them advance their career, or become a waste of time. It's for that reason that answers to your questions are often short and guarded. Candidates are being bombarded with calls from corporate and third-party recruiters, and often feel that you only represent your hiring authority and company, and don't really care about what's important to them. There are three questions every candidate wants answered, but will not ask. Can you be trusted? Do you care about me? And are you committed to deliver what you promised? Throughout the entire interaction with your candidate, focus 100% on how you can benefit them. It's not your job to agree or disagree with your candidates. It is your job to put yourself in their shoes and become the best listener in their life. As a result, you will…
Practice while you learn with exercise files
Download the files the instructor uses to teach the course. Follow along and learn by watching, listening and practicing.
Download courses and learn on the go
Watch courses on your mobile device without an internet connection. Download courses using your iOS or Android LinkedIn Learning app.