Who Belongs on an Interviewing Team?

My article for the October 2023 issue of PRSA Strategies & Tactics is available - Who Belongs on an Interviewing Team?

Including diverse perspectives in the interview process is vital to making smarter hiring decisions. A collaborative mix of professionals across levels and functions allows you to vet an applicant on multiple aspects of an open role, while also reducing the risk of unconscious biases coming into play.

Every member of an interviewing team can focus on specific things, which allows for a 360-degree view of a candidate’s fit with the open role, the team and the business at large. For example, some interviewers will ask questions that build rapport and explore a candidate’s communication skills, while others will focus on past experiences, existing capabilities and future potential. Read more here.