Choosing the right group of people is imperative for business success. Knowing how to choose the right candidates is just as important as choosing the right interviewer and asking the right questions.

Although people leaving for new opportunities is a common part of running a business, outstanding tasks and increasing stress levels indicate the need to add new team members.

When looking for the right person for the job, it's not always about finding the most experienced candidate. Personality, drive, and ambition are also important factors.

Top Tips

• Every person expresses themselves differently and has unique characteristics. At the interview stage, consider if you might be overlooking people because they take a while to come out of their shell.
• Asking the right questions is just as important as choosing the right interview candidates. Getting to know what drives them and their ambitions is great for understanding how they will grow with your business.
• Make the interview process an open conversation instead of an interrogation. To create a relaxed atmosphere and encourage candidates to be themselves, make the interview process an open conversation rather than an interrogation.
• Involving members of the team the candidate will be working with in the interview process can be helpful in making the right decision.

Knowing how to choose the right person for your team might seem like a challenge, but the real test is ensuring they stick around. How can you create a culture that cultivates staff and has no issue with retention?

Salary isn't everything; people should want to work for you, but feel they are treated fairly and rewarded accordingly. Regular team building events, individual recognition and training are essential to keeping employees happy. Get the balance right, and you will have succeeded in building the right team for your business.

Team Challenge Company is dedicated to building better teams through world-leading team building experiences to suit your business needs. Get in touch with our team to find out more.