When someone has left a job and is now applying for a job with you, they usually want to know exactly what the pay arrangements will be. Even someone brand new to the job market may want the full scoop on pay.

What about the person you want to hire because you know they'll be great for your business? You know they’re a perfect fit, they'll get along great with your staff, and they'll have a direct and positive impact on your bottom line. But you just can't afford him.

You're down to 2 candidates you really like. One has the right skills — the other a great attitude? Which one should you hire?

When folks work solely and only to receive a paycheck, their self-esteem is usually not very high. And just as important, their value to your team is also not so high.

When is holding out for the perfect candidate the best approach?

What are the options to consider when you need to bring high-priced talent on board?

Before you require certain qualities in your new staff, make sure your management style is compatible with them.

Is your applicant looking for a short term job while keeping their eye out for something better, or are they serious about staying with you for a good period of time?

 Should you consider hiring a veteran in the same way that you consider anyone else? Yes…and no. With everyone you hire, you should always put them through the same steps. You should interview them, carefully review their résumé, conduct employee testing, confirm earlier employment, and anything else you routinely do. But I have a personal [...]

The phone interview is a great tool to use in the hiring process. Here are another ten questions you can use.

The "Phone Interview" is a great tool to use in the hiring process. Here are ten questions you could ask.

If you are not using phone interviews in your hiring process, here are three reasons you should.

How eager your candidate is to learn could be a huge factor in the hiring process.

This next tip may come across as a bit mystical to some, but let’s see what you think. if your current workplace operates at a high ethics level, you will be more likely to attract new staff who also have a very strong sense of ethics. Exploring this a bit, have you ever entered a [...]

When people apply for a job, the amount of preparation they do ahead of time ranges from none whatsoever to an enormous amount of preparation. You might find it helpful to learn what someone does to prepare for that interview with you.

We'll discuss the pros and cons of hiring people just like you.

How important is a team player when considering a new applicant?

Do you have a clean statement of your company's purpose? If not, take some time and put that together. Here are a couple of examples.

When you walk into a room to interview a new applicant, what is the first thing you notice? Almost always, it’s the person’s appearance, right? If the person is very well-dressed and well-groomed, that makes a very good impression, right? Of course. Let’s look at a couple of examples with Steve and Mary. Now I [...]

Did you ever have someone apply for a job and practically beg you to come through for them? If the person isn’t qualified for the position, then the decision is usually pretty straightforward. But what if you’ve gone through a group of applicants and you’ve whittled it down to two people? Both have very similar [...]

When considering a new hire, examine how flexible the applicant is.

There are other types of problem-solving that we're interested in. Here are a few examples you could discuss with your applicant.

How your applicant defines success could be a real eye-opener for you.

Why you might consider a part-time hire over full-time.

If you have key staff whose opinion you value, here's how they can help you make hiring decisions.

In this tip, let's discuss how you can clearly communicate to your applicants what you need and want.

How you word an ad should help filter the type of person who sends in a résumé or calls asking for an interview.

Most folks know that a great college education isn't by itself an overpowering reason to hire someone. But sometimes we get a bit swept away by this part of an applicant's resume. A great education can certainly be a plus, but don't let it cloud your judgment. Focus on hiring people that are going to positive contributors in your workplace.

Sometimes employees have to deal with a particular type of conflict that can come up in the workplace: The customer believes he is entitled to something but company policy does not permit it.