The recruitment process can bring out the best — and worst — in recruiters and hiring managers. Using out-of-the-box tests or questions may not lead to the results you’re hoping for.
In February, the New York Post published a story about a Reddit thread that included the “secret” tests interviewers used to determine whether a candidate should be hired — things like whether or not they accepted a cup of coffee, how they drank their water and how long they took to make a decision. But hiring managers should be careful, as gimmicks and lack of structure during the interview process can backfire, says Andy Nelesen, solutions lead, talent acquisition at talent solutions company SHL.
