Use this weeks content and additional research to focus on interview questions that will give insight into whether a candidate is a good choice for a management position. Below are some important traits and characteristics that managers consider during an interview:
-Drives for Results
-Makes Good Decisions
-Is Optimistic
-Builds Relationships
-Fosters Innovation
-Acts with Integrity
-Demonstrates Financial Acumen
-Experienced with Merchandising/Advertising
-Understands Store Operations
-Values Customer Loyalty
-Fosters Team Building
Take the following steps to compose your essay:
1. Develop five interview questions that will help you identify whether a candidate is suitable for a management position.
-To complete this task, use the Team Member Interview Questions template
2. Think about the types of responses you might get from the questions. What clues from those responses might you be able to identify to help determine the fit of the candidate?
3. Consider past interviews in which you’ve participated, then answer each question:
-How did you prepare for the interview?
-Were you asked the types of questions you were expecting? Discuss.
-What was the most difficult question you were asked and why?
-If you were hired, did you feel the interview was representative of the position? Explain.
-What did you learn about yourself from the interview that you will use as you interview others?
