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CHAPTER FOUR
HOW TO KEEP THEM
TALKING
B
ob thinks he’s a pretty good interviewer. He has a list
of 15 questions he asks every candidate—same ques-
tions, same order, every time. He takes notes on their
answers, even asks an occasional follow-up question. He’s
friendly, humorous, excited about working at Netcorp.com.
As he tells the candidate...in detail...for hours. Then he won-
ders why only a small fraction of his hires pan out.
The purpose of the interview is to get the candidate talk-
ing, and talking, and talking. I’m sincerely happy you like your
job, admire your boss, and love your company. But don’t let
this adoration lead ...