Make Character Count in Recruiting
15AUG25 đź—’ Organisations typically hire for competence but fire for character. The article advocates assessing candidates’ character through the 11-dimension framework via conversational interviews rather than structured assessments. Character evaluation requires holistic consideration of interconnected traits like drive, courage, and justice. Implementation involves training teams, conducting pilot programs, and integrating character assessment into hiring and promotion processes. This approach improves psychological safety, engagement, and organizational performance while reducing costly character-related terminations.
Lies in the Recruitment Process
20JUN25 đź—’ A Standout Resume survey reveals that 42.4% of Australian job seekers admit to lying in job applications or interviews, with 19.6% lying multiple times. Most liars (72.7%) have no regrets, as lying often works – earning liars $15,000 more on average with 74.8% experiencing no negative career effects. Common lies include reasons for leaving previous jobs (21.1%), work experience (20.9%), and qualifications (14.6%). Unfortunately, 73.4% of liars aren’t caught, and 62.6% of those caught face no consequences. The article emphasizes the importance of character-based hiring and proper verification processes to combat this concerning trend.
