Navigating the waters of a job interview can often feel akin to treading the unpredictable path of a blind date. The entire process can be punctuated by uncertainty, ambiguity, and occasionally, a lack of respect and courtesy from the hiring party.
An interviewee’s experience can be marred by a lack of information about the interview process: from the number of people they would be meeting, and their roles within the organisation, to the duration and structure of the interview. An additional irritant is the absence of a point of contact to address any issues that might arise during the process.
The onus of ensuring a positive candidate experience rests with the hiring organisation. As such, the burden of change lies with the hiring companies and their HR representatives or managers. Their actions and behaviours have a profound impact on the…