96 Great Interview Questions to Ask Before You Hire, 2nd Edition

5 Searching for Patterns ofProgression Through the Ranks

A CRITICAL CHARACTERISTIC of high-performance job candidates may be found in individuals’ progression through the ranks. People who show progressive demonstrations of increased responsibilities understand how to add value to their companies over time. These are the proven performers who are capable of reinventing their jobs and assuming responsibilities above and beyond the call of duty. The fact that their achievements have been noticed and rewarded by their superiors makes these individuals capable of contributing to your organization over the long haul. (Promotion through the ranks, after all, is usually a function of longevity. You have to stay long enough in a company to receive recognition ...