As his businesses have expanded, Washington native George Spillmann has needed to evolve his hiring practices to ensure he always finds the right people for the various opportunities that his companies create. This is an area where many entrepreneurs struggle, so try to keep these tips in mind to ensure you hire the right people.
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It’s Not All About Skills
While the skills that candidates bring to the table are certainly important, they are not all that you need to consider when hiring. You also need to look for people who are trainable and those that have personalities that fit into the workplace culture you are trying to create. Ideally, you should look to hire candidates that are as close to the total package as possible.
Write Good Job Descriptions
Vagary in your job descriptions will usually lead to a lot of wasted time, as candidates who are unsuitable for the role you have available will often apply because the description itself misleads them into thinking the role is suitable for them. Take time when creating the job description and be specific about the skills needed and the tasks that candidate should be capable of.
Look For Questions
While focusing on the questions you ask is the first step, your aim during the interview process is to develop a rapport with candidates and see if they’re interested in learning more about the company. Encourage the asking of questions on the part of candidates and use what they say to determine how passionate they are about the role.
Washington-born George Spillmann Washington is the CEO of a number of companies.
