Dear HR Managers and Business Owners,

Whosh! Where did summer go?

The changing of the seasons brings changes in staffing needs for many organizations. And when it comes to interviewing potential employees, you need to ask loaded questions.

Why? Because hiring the right people is central to the continuing growth and success of your business. You need to identify job skills, target personal strengths and weaknesses and get a feel for someone's sense of teamwork and cooperation. But going beyond that and assessing mindset and attitude is just as important in today's competitive market.

You shouldn't be wallowing in a snooze-inducing "Do you work well with others?" spiel. Using open ended questions, and knowing how to dig deeper, plays a key role in hiring decisions. I hope you enjoy this month's feature article on crafting great questions.

On behalf of the People First team, we wish you all the best for a productive Fall to come.

Cheers,