Guide
Ask interview questions that reveal real skill
Move past generic questions that only tell you how well someone interviews.
Ask about specific past situations
'Tell me about a time you had to fix a mistake' reveals far more than 'how do you handle mistakes'. Past behaviour predicts future behaviour better than hypotheticals.
Ask for the details, not just the headline
When a candidate gives a general answer, follow up: what exactly did you do, what happened next, what would you do differently. The follow-up is where the real signal is.
Include one practical, job-relevant task
A short, realistic exercise close to the actual job tells you more in twenty minutes than an hour of conversation, and respects everyone's time by keeping it brief.
Leave real time for their questions
What a candidate asks you reveals how seriously they've thought about the role, and it's also your best chance to sell them on joining.
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