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Feature Friday: Interview Scheduling Workflows

Posted by Patrick Clark August 23, 2013

The typical interview process - whether virtual, by phone, or in person - is a vital step in almost all hiring processes.  It helps a company get to know an applicant better and it allows both sides to determine if there is a mutual good-fit.

The typical interview scheduling process, however, is filled with inefficiencies.  Companies play phone and email tag with applicants trying to match up schedules, set up alternatives time slots and avoid double booking.

That’s why we took the interview scheduling process and made it better. 

With the Hyrell platform, you can use our single interview scheduling workflow to accomplish all of your interview scheduling needs.  You can use the feature to:

  • Schedule either phone or on-site interviews;
  • Schedule individual or group interviews;
  • Schedule interviews for yourself or on behalf of one of your team members; and
  • Schedule interviews at the location to which the applicant applied or you can alter the interview location to anywhere you’d like. 

The biggest value the process provides can be found in the invitation to, and confirmation of, interviews.  The key to this is using a dynamic process.

First, decide what dates and times work for you.  Once you select the date(s) and time(s) that fit your schedule, the selected applicants will get an email containing a dynamic interview link.

The applicants can then choose which time fits their schedule and confirm the interview online (no more phone or email tag).  Then, once the interview is confirmed, it will log the actions into your Hyrell system and send you an interview appointment confirmation that can be added to your daily work calendar.

Tag was a fun game to play at recess in grade school.  Tag is not fun when you are trying to schedule interviews. The Hyrell interview workflow feature will save you time and improve your approach to scheduling interviews allowing you to focus on the people, not the process.

Topics: Interviews, Hiring Systems,

This is disclaimer text. We’ve shared these tips to help educate you on social media employment screenings and considerations for your business — this information should not be construed as legal advice. But if your company chooses to screen applicants on social media or want to explore the topic even further, consult with an attorney for advice related to this screening tactic.

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Patrick Clark
Pat specializes in growing Hyrell by developing both its customer base and awareness. When he isn't chasing his kids around he is a bit over-the-top in following both sports and emerging technologies.