Talent recruitment is one task, where one is prone to getting fooled by impressive first impressions. A lot of these impressions do not last, once work starts. So, in order to minimize the effect of such first impressions, the recruiters must focus more on the behaviours, rather than traits. One must look out for patient listeners. Due importance must also be paid to conflict management skills. Simulations could be curated to test out for testing such qualities. The best of interviewers will avoid falling in to traps that focus too much on outward personality. Those experienced enough will also be able to scan for non- verbal cues. Any candidate displaying signs of superiority, disrespect or contempt for others, would not make the cut.

Source:https://hbr.org/2016/02/how-to-hire-without-getting-fooled-by-first-impressions

Uploaded Date:29 July 2019