With the demand for work remote is on the rise, there is a chance you will be interviewing and potentially hiring a candidate remotely. But how can your organization effectively hire candidates without ever meeting them in person?
One can learn characteristics and attributes from long-term remote companies such as Zapier and Dropbox. By implementing these recommended remote interview best practices, you'll be able to hire a solid addition to your team.
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Define characteristics of a top-notch remote employee.Similar to an in-person interview, you'll want to ensure you cover behavioral questions to identify key traits. Key attributes you should watch for when interviewing include;
- a. Ability to prioritize. It can be challenging to prioritize and organize one's work when working remotely. Individuals who can prioritize their day-to-day workload will be able to work effectively and independently.
- b. Proficient at writing. Whether the rest of your team is in-office or remote, you'll want to ensure your new hire has the necessary communication skills to converse clearly and effectively. Most communication happens over text, email, or messaging tools, such as Slack or Microsoft Teams. Therefore, your next hire will need to fit your organization's communication style.
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Trust your intuition. As with an in-person interview, you will know when a candidate is a skilled hire and a cultural fit. Trust your gut, even when hiring remotely. You know your organization and the best way for a new team member to fit within the organizational culture.
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Modify your onboarding process. Your new team member has accepted your offer and is starting soon — how exciting! You will want to ensure they feel like a critical team member from day 1. Much of your onboarding process may remain the same through digital onboarding but consider adding an extra touch like a virtual lunch on their first day to get to know the team or a unique piece of swag to congratulate them on joining the team.
Hiring a remote candidate doesn't have to be complicated. If you are looking for support either with hiring, onboarding support, or other areas of HR, our team is here to help! Reach out to our experts at Wendy Ellen Inc. to assist with all your organization's HR practices.
