How To Test Unproven Candidates Before Sending Them To The Interview

by Beverly Aarons 24. February 2010 09:59

In an industry where reputation is everything, sending out unproven candidates to clients can be risky. Below are a few tips on how recruiters can test the quality and experience of potential candidates before they interview:

Get samples of the candidate’s work, letters of recommendation directly from their former superiors and copies of any awards or achievements they may have earned. Nothing speaks louder than a candidate’s work and the accolades of their superiors. Anyone can put together a resume that fudges the truth but seeing a candidate’s work and hearing the feedback of their former superiors can provide the proof you need to feel confident about their abilities.
Written job simulations. A written job simulation can be especially effective for new and/or unproven job candidates. It can be set up online as a test that requires little to no effort on the part of the recruiter. A written job simulation can test the knowledge of a candidate and their mental agility on the job.
Pre-interview questionnaire. A pre-interview questionnaire can help you find out about a candidate’s experience, knowledge and personality. Like the written job simulation, the pre-interview questionnaire can be set up online where the candidate can fill it out without the input of the recruiter.

How To Test Unproven Candidates Before Sending Them To The Interview

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