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Hire Carefully from "summary" of The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett
Carefully considering and vetting potential hires is critical to the long-term success of any business. From interviewing to background checks, every step of the hiring process should be taken seriously to ensure that businesses bring on the right people for the job.- Choosing the right employees for your business can make or break its success - you need to be mindful and deliberate when going through the hiring process.
- Keep tabs on how potential candidates have performed in previous positions to get an idea of their work ethic and capability.
- Don't rush to hire the first applicant who meets the job requirements; a successful organization relies on well-thought-out recruitment decisions.
- Be aware of unconscious bias when it comes to selecting applicants, evaluate each on their individual merits without prejudice.
- Create an environment where every potential candidate feels comfortable disclosing information about their experiences and skillsets relevant to the role.
- Take the time to properly consider all options thoroughly, asking questions that will help determine whether an individual is suited to the role and organisation.
- Make sure that you have clear expectations of the employee, as this will ensure they are well equipped to carry out their duties.
- With so much riding on the line, try to involve multiple people in the decision-making process to get a well-rounded view of who would work best for the opening.
