Self-image is a predictor of how a candidate will respond and assimilate into a new culture. Very early in an interview, I want to get a feel for how the candidate displays an abundance mentality. If the candidate demonstrates a scarcity mentality, it's very likely that the individual functions with an entitlement belief.
Here's the revealing question:
What did your last employer not understand about you?
Follow-up with probing questions such as, "Really? Tell me more; how did that make you feel?" Keep the candidate talking about himself.
Listen for opportunities to probe deeper.
You will learn things in the answer that you will probably be addressing during annual evaluations.
A candidate's self-perception is revealed when asked about what he wished others knew about him.
This is another good follow-up probe:
Do you think your past employer(s) were able to get your best work from you?
Ask follow-up questions such as, "How did your boss hold you back?" and "What could your supervisors have done to empower you to greatness?" Again, listen for cues into future behavior.
This type of questioning isn't standard and most candidates will find themselves revealing some key points for your evaluation. And isn't that the real purpose of an interview?
One other point to consider when assessing a candidate's self-image is how they demonstrate a dependence on the Lord. In this exam we find out a lot about what's inside the candidate.
In virtually every question I offered here, the candidate has an opportunity to speak about her faith.
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