> We can't measure what's important, so we'd better measure what we can measure extremely rigorously.
As much as we like to complain about interviews, the alternatives that more accurately reflect the work environment are much more strongly hated.
One of the most accurate interviewing methods is a work trial: Bring the candidate in for a week and have them work the job. Their peers and managers rate their performance.
It's great for revealing how a person works. But think about what's required: You would have to take a week off of your primary job every time you wanted to interview at another company. A company could only interview one candidate per week.
Some companies try this, but it over-selects for unemployed young people. They either give up or start bending the rules when qualified applicants refuse.
As much as we like to complain about interviews, the alternatives that more accurately reflect the work environment are much more strongly hated.
One of the most accurate interviewing methods is a work trial: Bring the candidate in for a week and have them work the job. Their peers and managers rate their performance.
It's great for revealing how a person works. But think about what's required: You would have to take a week off of your primary job every time you wanted to interview at another company. A company could only interview one candidate per week.
Some companies try this, but it over-selects for unemployed young people. They either give up or start bending the rules when qualified applicants refuse.