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Introduction

Interviews can be daunting, but they are an essential part of a successful hiring process. Interviewing well and successfully takes practice and constant improvement. You never fully “have it down.” Candidates, your company, and the hiring environment are constantly changing. That is a good thing. By continuously learning, even if it is a bit of time, you can stay ahead of the competition and win the talent game. This is the ultimate list of the web’s best interview resources.

This interview guide covers interview styles, specific questions to ask and how to stay on the right side of the law throughout the interview and hiring process!

1. Before You Start

2. Interview Process & Scheduling

3.Types of Interviews

4.Considering Remote Interviews

5. Interview Questions

6.Legal Issues

7.Documenting the Outcome

8.The Follow-Up

9.Interviewing for Specific Positions

The whole interview process can be daunting. Fortunately there is plenty of help to get you through it. The best way to get through daunting processes is to break them down into smaller pieces. Before we jump into each section, it can be helpful to get a lay of the land to get a sense for what is coming. Even skimming through these links below will get you ready to tackle things bit by bit:

Getting Started Links:

�Start with some interview fundamentals to review before starting the process

�Another great overview can be found in this Hiring How-To

�Before you interview anyone, be sure start with the Checklist on page 3 of this Interviewing Guide

The process starts with scheduling interviews with your shortlisted candidates. It may seem simple enough to just contact them. But how should you reach out? When should you schedule interviews? Do you batch them all in one day? Read on for more insights on the process and scheduling.

Interview Process & Scheduling Links:

�Get a good overview of The Interview Process and Beyond

�Learn 4 Ways to Efficiently Schedule Candidate Interviews

�Want the candidate’s perspective? Read The Best (and Worst) Times to Schedule an Interview

Not all interviews are created equally. There are different ways and angles to approach learning more about someone as a potential employee. Your requirements will vary depending on your industry and the function you are hiring for. However, it can be helpful to learn about how other people approach interviews and learning about which methods they use.

Types of Interviews Links:

�A thorough guide on how to conduct Structured Interviews

�Here are 10 Great Situational Interview Questions

�Behavioral interview fan? Here are 30 questions you can use

�Here is the case for panel interviews

�Learn the pros and cons of stress interviews

�Learn The Anatomy of the Perfect Technical Interview

Face-to-face interviews are crucial to actually get to know someone. However, in the early stages, when the funnel is still wide, remote interviews can be very efficient and effective. Read below to learn more about how to get the most out of your remote interviews.

Remote Interview Links:

�Interviewing via telephone? Learn how to prepare and conduct a great phone interview

�Want the latest and greatest? Learn how to conduct a successful video interview

Your interview is scheduled… but what should you ask?

There is a lot of content about the best interview questions to ask. The bottom line is that you need to adapt the questions to your industry, to the role, and yes, to your personality. Remember, these should be starting points for you. Pick the ones that work for you, mix and match, and test to see what works best for you.

Interview Question Links:

�Here is a list of 16 of the Best Interview Questions to Ask

�You should also be on your toes and on the lookout for 9 Killer Questions Candidates Ought to Ask the Interviewer

�Hiring managers? Here are some great Interview Questions for Management Candidates

�Hiring hourly employees? Here are 3 Top Interview Questions

Interview Question Links, Continued:

�Want to get folks talking? Here are Fourteen Open-ended Questions to Ask in an Employment Interview

Want to get creative or do something a little different? Here are 25 Wacky Interview Questions That Work

Ready for some humor? Here are Snarky Answers to Stupid Job Interview Questions

Interviewing can be a delicate process from a legal standpoint. Make sure you understand what is advisable and not. As always, these are just some resources, and are by no means meant to be a comprehensive list of all the potential legal issues. When in doubt, always consult with a qualified attorney.

Legal Issue Links:

�Want to stay out of hot water? Here are some Illegal Interview Questions to Avoid

�Here is a comprehensive legal review of the interviewing process

�Here are more questions to never ask in an interview

The power of saying and doing all the right things is multiplied when you have a solid paper trail of everything that transpired. Don’t let a lack of diligence in this area undermine your otherwise stellar efforts!

Documentation Link:

�Learn Why You Must Document Your Interviews

You want to have a good reputation with your applicants, and you want all of them (yes, even the ones who are not a fit for you) to have a good impression of your company. A little effort in closing the loop goes a long way.

Follow-Up Links:

�Learn why it’s so important to close the loop in Does Candidate Follow-Up Matter?

�Find out why following up can make a huge difference

�Learn how to be most considerate when following up, no matter if the news is good or bad

It would be impossible to include questions for every functional area and industry. We have listed a few of the more popular types of jobs. Do you have a good resource for a particular job or industry? Tell us in the comments, and we will evaluate it for inclusion in the guide!

Interviewing for Specific Positions Links:�4 Traits of Successful Sales Representatives�10 Interview Questions for Hiring Great Customer Service Representatives�Here are some great insights about interviewing engineers�Sample Interview Questions: Retail Salesperson�Top 10 Interview Questions to Ask Nurses�20 High Impact Interview Questions to ask Servers�Interview Questions for a Driver or a Messenger�Interview Questions to Ask a Forklift Operator

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