Interview Techniques and Biases

This exercise will review and identify different techniques and biases that may occur during job interviews.

There are many things to consider when preparing to interview job candidates. Supervisors need to understand the pros and cons of various techniques in order to select the most effect one to use in an interview situation. In addition, supervisors should be aware of basic biases that may make an interview less than effective.

Read the descriptions and match them to the interview technique or bias that is described.

Structured Interview Open$-$Ended Question Closed$-$ended Question Unrealistic Job Preview Personal Preference Bias Halo Effect Unstructured Interview

Match each of the options above to the items below.

Xavier plans to ask the same questions of all applicants though he may shift the order around.

$2$

Incorrect

Sheila likes to ask spur of the moment questions in interviews. Believes this spontaneous approach gives her a better idea about the candidate$$s strengths and weaknesses.

$1$

Incorrect

Kurt will ask several questions starting with: $$Tell me about a time when...$$ and leaving it up to the candidates how general or specific to make their answers.

$3$

Incorrect

Logan plans to ask questions such as $$Which shift do you prefer to work?$$ and $$Have you ever been convicted of a felony?$$

$5$

Incorrect

Kitty met the applicant at a charity event and decides the candidate would be a perfect fit for the company. After all, going to a charity event means the applicant must be generous and friendly.

$4$

Incorrect

Jean decides not to hire a specific candidate who has a visible tattoo because Jean hates tattoos.

$6$

Incorrect

Peter always raves about the company with job applicants. Knowing he is exaggerating the good and minimizing the bad, but Peter believes he is encouraging them to accept the position if offered.