Recruiting and Screening Flashcards

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What is talent sourcing?

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Talent sourcing is a critical element for organizations aiming to attract and retain top talent in an increasingly competitive labor market.

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Name some techniques used in talent sourcing.

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  • Employer branding
  • Social media
  • Candidate pipelines
  • Resume mining
  • Job postings
  • Job fairs
  • Employee referrals
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What is the purpose of a strong employer brand?

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To make a company stand out as an attractive place to work and showcase its commitment to nurturing employee growth.

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How can social media be used in talent sourcing?

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  • Showcase company culture
  • Share employee stories
  • Post job openings
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What is a candidate pipeline?

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A pool of potential candidates identified to fill future roles within the organization.

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What is resume mining?

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A talent sourcing technique that involves searching and analyzing candidate resumes to find potential employees with necessary skills and qualifications.

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What is candidate profiling?

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The process of creating a comprehensive overview of a potential candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications based on their resume.

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Fill in the blank: A company’s _______ page serves as a platform for showcasing job opportunities and promoting the organization’s employment brand.

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careers

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List some popular job boards.

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  • Indeed
  • Glassdoor
  • LinkedIn
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What are job fairs?

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Organized events where organizations gather to share information about themselves to job seekers.

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What are employee referral programs?

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Structured programs that encourage existing employees to refer potential candidates from their networks.

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True or False: Employee referrals generally result in a higher quality of candidates.

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True

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What should be included in a company’s Glassdoor profile?

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  • Basic information
  • Regular updates
  • Job advertisements
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What is the benefit of using advanced search features on LinkedIn?

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To find and connect with potential candidates based on their location, skills, job titles, and other relevant criteria.

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What are some strategies for optimizing job postings?

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  • Choose niche job boards
  • Optimize job titles and descriptions
  • Provide clear information about the role
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What should recruiters do before attending a job fair?

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  • Research the specific job fair
  • Plan the booth design
  • Prepare marketing materials
  • Ensure a diverse team presence
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How can companies leverage employee networks for talent sourcing?

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  • Encourage sharing of job postings on social media
  • Hold meetings or events for employees to invite contacts
  • Establish a straightforward referral submission process
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Fill in the blank: A candidate pipeline helps ensure that talent is available when needed, reducing the time it takes to fill a _______.

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position

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What are the key components of candidate profiling?

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  • Identify essential skills
  • Scan resumes for keywords
  • Assess professional history
  • Consider additional information like online portfolios
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What is the purpose of maintaining an active company profile on Glassdoor?

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To represent the company effectively and improve its online reputation.

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What should a careers page include to attract potential candidates?

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  • Attractive design
  • Engaging content
  • Easy navigation
  • Simple application process
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What role does social media play in promoting employer branding?

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It allows recruiters to engage with prospective candidates and showcase the company’s culture.

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True or False: Resume mining can be enhanced by using synonyms and combinations of keywords.

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What is one benefit of nurturing relationships with passive candidates?
They may be interested in learning about new opportunities even if they are not actively job seeking.
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What are best practices in recruiting procedures?
Establish precise and efficient recruitment procedures to attract and retain top talent. ## Footnote Best practices include clear job descriptions, thorough screening processes, and effective communication with candidates.
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What is the purpose of skills assessments in recruitment?
To evaluate a candidate's ability to perform specific tasks related to their job responsibilities. ## Footnote Assessments may include technical skills tests, writing tests, and analytical tests.
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Name three types of assessments used in recruitment.
* Technical skills tests * Personality tests * Cognitive ability tests
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What do personality tests measure in candidates?
Personality traits and working style. ## Footnote Examples include the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the DiSC Assessment.
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What do cognitive ability tests predict?
A candidate's ability to learn, adapt, and solve complex problems in the workplace.
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What is emotional intelligence (EQ) testing?
It measures a candidate's ability to perceive, control, and evaluate their own and others' emotions.
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What are work samples in the recruitment process?
Practical demonstrations of a candidate's skills and abilities in real-world settings.
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What is a behavioral interview?
An interview focusing on a candidate's past experiences and actions.
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Fill in the blank: Cultural fit assessment considers whether the candidate’s values align with the _______.
[company's values]
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What role do recruitment firms and staffing agencies play?
They specialize in finding and screening qualified candidates on behalf of organizations.
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What is confirmation bias in recruitment?
Favoring candidates that align with interviewers' preconceptions.
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Name two biases that can affect the recruitment process.
* Similarity bias * Halo effect
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True or False: Standardizing the interview process can help reduce bias.
True
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What are key performance indicators (KPIs) in recruitment?
Metrics that provide quantifiable insights into various aspects of the hiring process.
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List three common KPIs in recruitment.
* Number of applicants * Quality of hire * Time to fill
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What is the cost per hire metric?
The total recruiting cost divided by the number of total hires in a given period.
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What does the offer acceptance rate measure?
The percentage of job offers accepted by candidates.
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What is the retention rate?
The percentage of new hires who remain with the company after a specific period.
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Fill in the blank: Candidate experience measures satisfaction with the recruitment process, including _______ and feedback.
[communication]
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What is the applicant-to-hire ratio?
The ratio of applicants to the number of candidates ultimately hired.
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How can organizations combat biases in recruitment?
Invest in unconscious bias training and standardize the interview process.
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What initiatives can promote inclusivity in recruitment?
* Reworking job descriptions for inclusive language * Seeking diverse advertising channels * Setting inclusion goals