job interview research
The Importance of Job Interview Preparation
Most recruitment and staffing professionals understand the importance of submitting a well-written resume and sending out a well-prepared candidate to a job interview. Unfortunately few recruiters have the time to adequately provide this vital step in the recruitment process. So exactly how important is job interview preparation?
Job Interview Research Findings
A study conducted by Robert Half International confirmed that over 80% of employers require 2 or 3 job interviews before making a hiring decision. This study also confirmed that candidates have under ten minutes to impress an employer in a job interview interview. Today’s employers commonly receive hundreds of applications for a single job opening as a result of the internet.Hiring managers look for any reason to eliminate your application from the stack. How can you ensure that your skills get noticed? What can you do to increase your chances for success?
How Much Time To Impress & How Many Job Interviews Does it Take?
Robert Half International Survey, 6 countries across Europe, nearly 800 surveyed, HR Mgrs, Financial Directors, and General Directors