Checklist of Questions When Hiring Staff

Here are some of the questions that you need to ask yourself in order to gain a clear picture of what you are looking for in a new staff member.

Attitude

• Can they compete without irritation?
• Can they bounce back easily?
• What are their priorities?
• Will they be loyal?
• Do they take pride in their work?
• Are they cooperative?

Motivation

• Will they be settled in their work?
• Do they need self-improvement?
• Would they work well in the face of opposition?
• Are they self-motivated?

Initiative

• Are they a self-starter?
• Do they follow instructions without continual inquiry?
• Will they complete their own tasks fully?
• Can they be assigned work and left to it?
• Are they independent?

Stability

• Are they impatient?
• Are they excitable?
• Are they even tempered?
• Will the candidate have poise?
• Is the candidate erratic?
• Will the candidate respond under pressure?
• Will they be enthusiastic about the job?

Planning

• Will they be able to coordinate work?
• Do they have the ability to plan?
• Will they attend to details?
• Can they see the big picture quickly?

Insight

• Do they have a desire for self-improvement?
• Are they interested in problems of others?
• Are they able to take criticism?

Social Skills

• Do they make friends easily?
• Do they get along with people?
• Are they a leader or follower?
• Do they mix with others?

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