Choosing the Right People to Make the Dream Work

People make the company, while the right people make the company successful. A company’s success isn’t measured by the things achieved, but by how their people grow, not just personally but professionally. Choosing the right people to hire wouldn’t just only impact productivity, but also the profitability of your company. But the biggest question employees should ask is: HOW and WHO?

Let’s discuss these 3 easy steps on how to hire the right people for your company:

Make Comprehensive Job Descriptions

Creating a job description helps applicants review what specific skillsets, abilities and experiences are required for the position. It guarantees that the work will satisfy the organization’s needs and that the right people are hired for the job. Always make sure that the job description is up-to-date.

Testing

Sometimes, out of desperation to just land a job, candidates may lie about their competence. It’s highly recommended to conduct a test to see if the understand what the job entails and if they’re qualified Depending on the position you are looking to fill in, this can be a practical or a written test.

Gather and Choose

Do not settle with the primary candidate that comes around. Make sure you have at least three candidates lined up for the position and assess who has more qualifications. By comparing their test results, professional background and experiences, you’ll then be able to choose the best one.

Now that we know what it takes to hire the right people, let’s talk about who are the “right people”:

Knowledgeable in their field

You’ll know that it is the right candidate is very knowledgeable through testing. Right from the start the said candidate will show-off his skills to secure a position in the company.

Honesty

Honesty is one of the most important aspect on hiring the right candidate. He/she should be open about his/her weakness and is self-aware. Customers appreciate honesty because it fosters loyalty and trust.

The Interview Goes Over Without a Problem

Aside from being honest, the candidate should also answer the questions without a hitch. Instead of coming across like an interrogation, the dialogue should feel casual and natural. The candidate should be well-prepared and have some background knowledge of the company.

“With the right set of mind, with the right people, with the right support, things happen.”

— Grigor Dimitrov