You’re not just looking for people to fill the seats in your office, you want to find the next generation of leaders for your company when you’re hiring new employees. How do you know which candidates have what it takes to lead in the future? Not all candidates are created equal and leadership skills aren’t necessarily something you can teach. There are a few questions that can give you some insight on whether or not an employee can lead your company. Here are four questions you need to add to your interview today:
- Did you ever have to fire someone and how did it go?
Leaders have to make difficult decisions, including decisions about letting low-performing employees go. If the candidate has never fired anyone, this could be a red flag. Bad hires do happen and bad situations come up for good people. Firing someone is often a necessary step to improve the overall quality of the company. You want to hire someone who has compassion but also understands the business bottom line. - Tell me about a time when you failed and how you handled it.
In spite of the way we’re taught throughout our lives, failure is not always the enemy. It is one of the ways we learn and improve in our lives. Often, it is a major component to becoming successful. Everyone has experienced failure but the important part is how they used that experience to improve. You want to see how they brushed themselves off and kept going. - How do you motivate others in the office?
To be a successful leader, one must have a successful team. A good leader inspires and motivates their team to be great. However, motivation can happen in many ways, and these can influence the overall attitude and atmosphere in the office. Find out what they think about motivation and how they encourage their team to perform. - How can you change and improve my organization?
You want to know that this candidate wants to work with your company. A good leader will research and learn about your specific needs and challenges and tailor their approach to you. You also want to see that they have a vision and aren’t just winging it. The more they know about your business, the more prepared they will be to take you to the next level.
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