Description:This pragmatic guide provides a three-pronged approach that helps employees choose the most promising candidates - and eliminate hiring risks. The book shows readers how to: interview effectively using such specific tools as a job analysis checksheet; use pre-employment tests to evaluate behaviour, mental abilities, character and technical skills; make the most of references to reveal useful information about a candidate. A multitude of tips and tools enable employers to ask the right questions, interpret answers, and co-ordinate the information they've gathered. The book's testing section contains numerous test samples. Michael W. Mercer is the author of "Turning Your Human Resources Department Into a Profit Center".