Interviewer beware!

Reality can be very different from what is written on a slick resume, and the personal interview is your chance to uncover the truth. Watch out for some symptoms of potentially serious problems: I, me, myself. Sure, an interview Recruiting, Interviewing, Selecting & Orienting New Employees (Recruiting, Interviewing, Selecting and Orienting New Employees) (Hardcover) is all about impressing the other party, but self aggrandisement must have its limits. Be wary of anyone who claims that he or she was the best thing to happen to the previous company - they wouldn't be sitting in front of you if they were. People who focus excessively on themselves are also likely to want the trappings to satisfy their ego. As soon as you hear noises about designation and size of the office, you know it's time to let them go! Asking for the moon. Some people think that switching time is also milking time. If you come across an interviewee who demands an excessively high salary, steer clear of him or her. What's the point of paying more than necessary and upsetting existing employees, even if your company can afford it? Throwing attitude. This one can really hurt if you don't pick it up at the interview stage. Beware of people who don't like the idea of working with a team, are hierarchical or unwilling to get their hands dirty. No homework. It's an interview for heaven's sake, so you'd expect a bit of preparation from the other party. Like having taken the trouble of visiting your company website or reading up a bit on the industry! If you're going to have to coach the candidate during the interview Recruiting, Interviewing, Selecting & Orienting New Employees (Recruiting, Interviewing, Selecting and Orienting New Employees) (Hardcover) it's really not worth your time. Imagine what he or she will be like once employed!