The Best Screening Format for Hiring Pt 2

The Best Screening Format for Hiring Pt 2

The first step in a great screening process? A GOOD Introduction.

First impressions matter, so this part is key! Before the call, ensure the candidate knows this isn't just a “quick chat.” It’s a screen for the job—determining if they’ll move forward to an interview. That distinction is important.

Start by setting expectations:
✔️ Explain the purpose of the call
✔️ Outline what you’ll cover—learning about their experience, career goals, and sharing role details
✔️ Let them know they’ll have a chance to ask questions

And remember—recruiting is sales.

Build rapport before diving into job details. A little small talk goes a long way:
👉 “How’s life going?”
👉 “How’s the job search?”

Simply listening and acknowledging their responses builds trust, respect, and confidence.

But don’t let the conversation drift—maintain control and smoothly transition to assessing experience and qualifications, which we’ll cover in Part 3.

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