One of the standard components of every “job search” workshop is a strong segment on interviewing.  Having a great resume, a good work history, extra education and a number of quality references can all be very important…but in the end how you “perform” during an interview most often holds the success attainment key to that next job.

But wait, how about if we turn the table.  For professional development’s sake…did you ever wonder what kind of “interviewing preparation” steps are taken by those who are conducting the interviews?

The goal of this week’s TRIPLE III TIME message:  Interviewing With Authenticity is to focus on the critical role taken by every job interviewer with regard to personnel selection and organizational growth.

In many circumstances today interviews are conducted with a team of organizational leaders…right?  And almost standardly there is one person who makes sure each interviewer has a list of questions to ask…in what order…and by who.  Does that sound familiar?

So when you think of that scenario…isn’t it everyone’s wish to have the person being interviewed to shine…be confident…and be authentic…right?  But what about the interviewers…does the process described sound “shiny” and in any way push the interview team to look/feel in any way authentic??

I believe that it is extremely necessary for all organizations to assess their employee interview processes and to specifically prioritize the “personality” you wish to convey and effectively begin with Interviewing With Authenticity!

Yes I know there are certain legal questions you must avoid…but consider does your interview team and process reflect your agency culture…commitment to growth…future purpose…and a united foundation.  Or does your interview method portray a maintenance organization with historic practices I don’t even want to list.

Although Interviewing With Authenticity should be easy….my challenge in preparing this TRIPLE III TIME message reveals it is not.  So start by taking a hard look at your interview processes and make progressive personality and AUTHENTICITY upgrades as appropriate.  I guarantee your next interview will be FUN!