Master the Art of Bias-Free Interviewing: A Guide for Hiring Managers

What you will learn:

Master structured interviewing techniques (STAR method, competency-based interviewing)
Develop and utilize job scorecards for objective candidate evaluation
Enhance active listening skills to fully understand candidate responses
Implement strategies to identify and mitigate unconscious bias in the hiring process
Learn different interview types (structured, competency-based, case interviews)
Gain proficiency in providing constructive feedback to candidates
Develop methods for assessing candidates' motivation and salary expectations
Master the art of negotiating job offers and counter-offers
Understand and implement effective reference checking strategies
Successfully manage the entire hiring process from job description to offer acceptance

Description

Transform your hiring process with our comprehensive interview mastery course. Designed for executives, HR professionals, and recruiters, this program equips you with the structured techniques and unbiased assessment methods needed to identify and select the best candidates. Learn to leverage the STAR method, competency-based interviewing, and active listening to uncover hidden potential and avoid unconscious biases.

This course goes beyond basic interview skills, providing you with practical tools and strategies for every stage, from job profile creation and question development to candidate evaluation, feedback delivery, and even navigating counter-offers. We'll delve into different interview types, including structured, semi-structured, competency-based, and case interviews, providing you with the versatility to handle diverse hiring situations.

What you will gain:

Structured Interview Frameworks: Master proven methods like the STAR model and job scorecards to ensure consistent and fair assessments.
Competency-Based Evaluation: Go beyond resumes and surface-level answers to accurately assess candidates' skills and abilities.
Active Listening & Powerful Questioning: Develop the art of asking insightful questions and interpreting responses effectively, uncovering the whole story behind a candidate’s qualifications.
Bias Mitigation Techniques: Recognize and actively prevent unconscious bias from influencing your hiring decisions.
Practical Application & Feedback: Benefit from hands-on exercises, personalized feedback, and a supportive learning community.
Certification of Completion: Showcase your newly acquired skills with a professional certificate, enhancing your resume and credibility.

Whether you're an experienced hiring manager seeking to optimize your approach or a recruiter looking to enhance your candidate assessment skills, this course will elevate your interviewing abilities and lead to more effective hiring decisions. Enroll today and start building your team of top-performing talent!

Curriculum

Becoming an Interview Expert

This section lays the groundwork for effective interviewing. The "Fundamentals of an Effective Interview" lecture (48:45) introduces various interview types (structured, semi-structured, unstructured, competency-based, mass, and case interviews), outlining the importance of preparation, including creating detailed job profiles and developing targeted interview questions. A crucial tool, the candidate assessment scorecard, is also explained. "Interview Techniques" (36:06) dives deep into candidate assessment methods using the STAR technique and behavioral questions, focusing on active listening and interpreting both verbal and nonverbal cues. The importance of creating a comfortable interview environment is also addressed. "Assessment and Selection of Candidates" (41:25) covers the criteria for evaluating both hard and soft skills, methods for developing and evaluating test tasks, and how to avoid biases in your evaluation process. We’ll also explore assessing motivation and salary expectations, including reference checking and finally comparing and weighing candidates to make informed decisions. Lastly, "Post-Interview and Feedback" (32:23) teaches you how to analyze interviews, document results, provide constructive feedback, and maintain a positive candidate experience. The final lecture "Job Offer and Counter Offer" (20:58) equips you with strategies for handling the job offer and potential counter-offers.