Kevin: "What are some of the things you're listening for as candidates talk with you during a job interview?
John: "First,I'm listening for self-awareness.Do they have goals?Do they know what their goals are for one year.Five years and further down the road?(1)_______________________.Because I don't want to have to fill this position again in six months.
Kevin: "So ,candidates will help themselves by being self-aware but not self-centered?
John:"Yes ,that's a good balance,I'm also looking for adaptability.How has the candidate handled change in the past?(2)_______________________.I want flexible people who can adapt to new systems and processes.
Kevin: "Other important points?
John: I think that ,related to adaptability it's important to have a good learning ability.(3)_______________________.What works today won't work in five years...maybe not even in five months!Candidates should be able to master new skills and information as quickly as possible.I look for this in resumes and during the job interview."Overall,I'm looking for candidates who are a good fit,not just for the job description.But for the corporate culture here.But I won't come right out and ask:"Do you think you're a good fit for us?"No,The whole interview gives me the answer to that question-everything the candidate has said and the way they've acted.
