Summary

In this episode of Quality Talks Bitesize, hosts Stu and Chris share their top tips for interviewers, focusing on enhancing the candidate experience.

They discuss the importance of preparation, humanising the interview process, ensuring diversity in interview panels, effective time management, and being present in both body and mind.

Their conversation emphasises creating a welcoming atmosphere for candidates and the significance of providing constructive feedback.

To conclude the episode they even share a bonus tip that may be a surprise.......but would could it be?

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Interview Tips

01:46 - Tip 5: Do Your Prep Work

04:37 - Tip 4: Humanise the Process

07:51 - Tip 3: Diversity in Interview Panels

13:00 - Tip 2: Time Management in Interviews

21:23 - Tip 1: Be Present in the Moment

26:10 - Bonus Tip: Make It Fun

30:27 End

Takeaways

1. Do your prep work to understand the candidate better.
2. Humanise the interview process to reduce stress.
3. Diversity in the interview panel helps challenge biases.
4. Time management is crucial for a smooth interview.
5. Be present in body and mind during the interview.
6. Make the interview process fun and engaging.
7. Allow candidates to ask questions throughout the interview.
8. Provide constructive feedback promptly after the interview.
9. Create a welcoming atmosphere to empower candidates.
10. Use active listening to understand candidates better.