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There is no one-size-fits-all approach to recruitment. The process must be tailored to the type of business and to the type of people the business wants to recruit. A simple one-to-one interview may not provide enough information. By studying application forms and accompanying letters, you can do some initial screening. Even on paper, it can be possible to spot applicants with the right, or wrong, attitude.In a one business ,applicants to draw their greatest achievement on the back of the application form which proved to be very revealing while also being wholly relevant to their business.The next stage may be a brief one-to-one interview or it could be a telephone interview. Ideally, if there is any team working involved in the role, the next stage should be a half-day group assessment. It doesn't matter too much what you ask the candidates to do, what you should be looking for is evidence of openness, collaboration and the ability to relate to others.
