If you are a business owner or manager, you should aim to hire candidates who are the best fit for the company and also the best applicants for the job. A CV might tell you who a person is and where they have worked in the past, but it will not tell you everything you need to know to decide whether they will be a great fit for your business. Instead, here are the things to look for.
They Have a Great Attitude
A negative attitude can infect the workplace and create a difficult or even toxic environment for everyone there. On the other hand, an optimistic attitude can make a bad day better and improve the workplace. Also, optimistic employees are more likely to want to solve problems or deal with issues until their completion.
The problem with deciding who has a great attitude is that people pretend during interviews. One way to uncover if they are telling the truth is by asking them about a time they failed. If they cannot tell you about it, they are likely lying because we have all failed at one point.
If they blame others or show bitterness, they may have a negative attitude and an inability to look inward and take responsibility.
They Pass All Background Checks
Although not required for all industries, there are situations where businesses are required to do background checks on all applications. These include sensitive industries where the person's past or associations may disbar them from working in that industry. For example, some people are barred from working as healthcare or education inspectors due to past actions or convictions.
Businesses can perform different types of checks, including Enhanced DBS checks. These reveal many details, including warnings, reprimands, and convictions so you know if the candidate would be a great fit for your business or not. Ordering an enhanced DBS check is fairly inexpensive compared to the trouble you can get into by hiring the wrong applicant.
They Communicate Well
Modern businesses are built on open, honest, and clear communication. This is especially true for those with sizable remote teams. Employees should be able to communicate well with everyone besides their employees.
You start by judging how they communicate when you send them a request for an interview. Continue judging their communication skills throughout the interview process by checking how thoroughly, clearly, and carefully they communicate.
They are Enthusiastic
You should only hire people who want to do the work. The best candidates show genuine interest and enthusiasm towards your business and industry.
You can tell whether they do by checking their social media profiles and asking them what they know about your business and their potential role. If they are excited while answering these questions, they are likely passionate about them and a great fit.
Also, check whether they ask questions about their role, team, and department. They should be eager to know more about the people they will be working with and the teams or departments they will be attached to.
Hiring the wrong person for an open position is one of the worst mistakes a business can make. To avoid this, you should take your time in checking out and interviewing candidates you feel would be great additions to your business. Be ready to go beyond the interview to learn everything you can about them before deciding either way.