Interviewology

Lack of training and self-awareness prevents hiring managers and job seekers from maximizing interview opportunities.

The hiring process suffers from a lack of formal training. As Anna Papalia discovered while working in a large corporate HR department and, later, as a recruiter, hiring managers tend to rely on their personal inclinations and improvised techniques for identifying suitable job candidates; this can lead to biased decision-making. The absence of standardized interviewing methods perpetuates workplace homogeneity. A lack of diversity, in turn, undermines organizational performance.  

Job seekers often find themselves in a similar bind — unsure how to perform their best during interviews. Job seekers who lack the self-awareness to honestly reflect on their strengths and personality type seldom maximize their interview possibilities.

Developing the self-awareness to align your intentions with your actions fuels more genuine interactions and better decision-making. For example, job seekers who understand their strengths and weaknesses can present themselves more authentically, which...