In this interactive seminar, managers will learn what can and cannot be said to a job applicant in an interview, and develop the practical interviewing skills necessary for hiring success. Relevant anti-discrimination laws will also be discussed, against the backdrop of case study analysis of topical interview scenarios.
Main topics to be discussed are:
The potential costs associated with ineffective interviewing
Understanding the legal basis for applicant lawsuits
Avoiding implied contracts and false representations
Discrimination, bias and objectivity
Effective interviewing techniques
Screening during and after the interview
The importance of writing it all down
Instructional Objectives:
As a result of this seminar, participants will be able to:
Discuss the potential liability of poor interviewing
Develop standard interview questions for all applicants
Identify types of questions to avoid
State the legal pitfalls to avoid in conducting an interview
