What Do Great Companies Look for While Hiring?

Hiring experts and business executives weighed in on the personality characteristics that distinguish a great applicant from a new hire. Hiring is not a simple undertaking, which is why we've explained when your organization should consider hiring a human resources specialist.

1. A multitasking individual

Rarely are employees employed to fulfill a single task. Businesses, particularly those in the small business sector, need individuals who are prepared to go beyond their assigned positions and do whatever is required, according to Ron Selewach, founder and CEO of talent acquisition software firm Human Resource Management Center Inc.

2. A strategist

Hiring managers are looking for someone capable of identifying long-term objectives. According to career psychologist Eileen Sharaga, every organization needs a strategic thinker. She said it is vital to present a vision for the future and a strategy for getting there.

3. A deciding factor

Individuals who can exercise independent judgment and take decisive action are vital to any business, Selewach said. Because you cannot engage business executives in every tiny issue, they want candidates who are not afraid to act. The capacity to act and accept accountability for one's actions is critical for anybody aspiring to management or leadership positions.

4. A cautious person

Beth Gilfeather, CEO and creator of Sevenstep Recruiting, stated that cautious employees check on risk-takers. "They are risk-averse, but every now and then you need someone to provide stability and justice, as well as prevent your company from taking on too much" she said.

5. A self-sufficient thinker

Certain workers blindly follow their boss's orders. While these individuals may provide an ego boost, leaders ultimately want team members who will question the status quo in the firm's best interests.

6. A team player

The majority of occupations need some cooperation, whether with a group of coworkers, customers, or sometimes with outside contractors. Working efficiently and amicably with people is necessary for practically every career.

7. A cultural fit

Employers appreciate diverse characteristics, yet they all seek the elusive cultural fit. Each business's culture is unique, predicated on distinct basic principles. Employers are more concerned with whether the individual they recruit exemplifies those principles in their daily life.

Because personality characteristics are difficult to convey on a résumé, it is critical to emphasize them during the interview.