It’s said that a business is only as good as its people and
small business owners recognize how good employees help to make their business
successful. The interview is one of the
most important steps
Some questions to ask when interviewing a potential
employee:
Give an example of a
time you had to make a quick decision or adapt quickly. In small business responsibilities are shared
and the need to make quick decisions and respond quickly to situations is vital
to the success of the business.
Give an example of a
time when you exceeded expectations.
This question not only allows the candidate to brag about their
accomplishments but also allows you to see their approach to problems and
thought processes.
How have you
demonstrated initiative and a willingness to work in the past? When you ask this you are really asking the
candidate if they can take action whether you are there or not. Small businesses need people who can step in
smoothly and flawlessly in your absence – sometimes this can mean staying late
or doing things that aren’t in the job description.
Why should I hire
you? This offers the candidate a
chance to discuss talents you might not have thought to ask about and also to
show how persuasive they can be. Small
businesses are faced with many situations where they are competing for
resources, business, money, or more and the ability to persuade others is a
boon to any business.
