Making the most of that all-important job interview : Employers who do their homework get the best results

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine how employers can get the best results from job interviews. Design/methodology/approach – This paper considers the relative merits of structured interviews, behavioral interviews, experience-based interviews and situational interviews. Findings – This paper explains that each type of interview has its place, dependent on the type of job to be filled. Practical implications – It is revealed that proper preparation by employers can help them to get the most suitable candidates. Originality/value – This paper reveals how employers can learn to conduct effective interviews that produce reliable results.