Like most things in life, you can’t improve without understanding what where you went wrong. This applies to hiring as well. There are five common hiring mistakes that many organizations make, so to help you retain and attract top talent, you’ll need to know what they are and how to avoid them.

Solution: Make sure that the exit interview gets all the information on why your hire is leaving. Keep track of the data to discover trends. You can’t make improvements to your hiring and retention without understanding why people move on.

Solution: Prior to conducting interviews, make sure that all interviewers have a complete understanding of the open position, employment requirements, and know how to ask questions that can help screen for cultural fit. Interviewers also need to know important information about the position and should be prepared to answer questions about compensation, benefits, and team structure.

Solution: Many interviewers are guilty of choosing candidates who look like them or who have similar backgrounds. As a result, these candidates are more likely to be hired. Conducting phone interviews for first round selections will help eliminate bias. Panel interviews are also a good way to eliminate bias. If you have five to six people interviewing a candidate, you’ll get a fairer assessment of them as a candidate.

Solution: It’s easy to get a little excited when the perfect candidate appears. That excitement can lead to enthusiastic, glowing reports of what they can expect if they join the company. Be careful. Don’t make unrealistic promises about company growth, potential promotions, or leadership opportunities that may never materialize.

Solution: There is a delicate balance between making a hiring decision too quickly and taking too long to make an offer. It’s better to take the time to determine whether a candidate is a good fit even if it may take a little longer. Making a rash hiring decision can lead to regrets for both you and your prospect.

Understanding the five common hiring mistakes will help your organization avoid repeating them. Finding the solutions and having a plan for avoiding them can lead to better hiring decisions. Contact us by clicking the button below. They can help guide you through the hiring and recruiting process.