Job interviews aren’t the best way to hire, (and why hiring via New Force is better).

For years one of the last hurdles in assessing a job candidate was bringing that person in for a face to face interview. However according to Psychologist Ron Friedman, “interviews are a disastrous tool for gauging potential”.  In his book The Best Place To Work, Friedman is explains that over 80% of people lie in interviews. That means that if you are trying to gain meaningful insights about a candidate, the information is questionable at the very least. He explains even if the candidate was 100% honest, there are still issues with the interview process. Studies indicate the more attractive people are seen as smarter, and people with deeper voices are usually considered more trustworthy. None of these assumptions are necessarily accurate however they direct the course of an interview. Friedman explains “They affect the questions we ask during interviewers. And the way a question is phrased can make all the difference.” As an example if the interviewer perceives you to be extroverted, they might say, “tell me about your experience leading groups.” However, if they assume you are shy, they might say , “are you comfortable leading groups?” Both questions are primed to elicit different responses, even before the candidate has said a word.  Are you happy to take on a graduate who wants to take their first step into the workforce, but not sure whether they have the skill to do the job? Say Hello to New Force. You don’t need to look at CVs and guess who’s good and who isn’t. Match with candidates based on their actual skills and aptitude. Whether you’re looking for an account internship, looking at graduate programs, or looking to get your foot in the door with an entry level role; New Force is the place for you. Match with jobs in New Zealand based on your skills not just experience. Create a profile today on:   www.newforce.co.nz