Author: Bruce Weinstein -- My father once bought a life insurance policy from an agent who was warm, friendly, and had impeccable credentials. He also embezzled thousands of dollars from my dad. It can be difficult to evaluate a job candidate’s honesty, but it’s crucial to try, and the following...
Ethics
Author: Bruce Weinstein -- Accountable employees keep their promises, consider the consequences of their actions, take responsibility for their mistakes, and make amends for those mistakes. The following questions may help you discern a job candidate’s level of accountability. Describe a situation in which you took responsibility for a mistake you made. What were the consequences to you for doing so? Brad, a mailroom worker at a large...