The Utter Uselessness of Job Interviews

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/08/opinion/sunday/the-utter-uselessness-of-job-interviews.html
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The Utter Uselessness of Job Interviews

In this opinion piece, the author argues that job interviews are essentially useless in predicting an individual's future job performance. The article highlights various studies and research that demonstrate the flaws and biases inherent in traditional job interviews. It suggests that interviews often focus on superficial qualities and fail to accurately assess a candidate's skills, abilities, and potential. The author suggests alternative methods of evaluating candidates, such as work samples, job simulations, and structured assessments, which are more effective in predicting job success. Overall, the article challenges the conventional use of job interviews and advocates for more reliable and objective methods of candidate evaluation.

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In this opinion piece, the author argues that job interviews are essentially useless in predicting an individual's future job performance. The article highlights various studies and research that demonstrate the flaws and biases inherent in traditional job interviews. It suggests that interviews often focus on superficial qualities and fail to accurately assess a candidate's skills, abilities, and potential. The author suggests alternative methods of evaluating candidates, such as work samples, job simulations, and structured assessments, which are more effective in predicting job success. Overall, the article challenges the conventional use of job interviews and advocates for more reliable and objective methods of candidate evaluation.

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