~ It takes time to judge character – one interview usually isn’t enough and a resume certainly won’t do it.

~ When hiring young people, look for those who don’t require constant babysitting and pats on the back. We grew up in the everyon-gets-a-trophy-regardless-of-performance generation, so it’s rare to find people who will work hard because of their ethics alone, but they’re worth hiring when you find them.

~ Spend a lot of time on the chemistry part of the equation above. Go with your gut. If you are troubled by someone’s attitude, halt until that feeling goes away.

~ Ask this great interview question (which a friend of mine who was VP of Human Resources for a well-known corporation says is the only question you’ll ever need to ask), “What is the greatest mistake you’ve made in your career so far, and what did you learn from it?”

Just a few thoughts – anyone else care to chime in?

We have a wonderful team …yet, I might just need to hear more about your hiring process as over the years I have been to the school of hard knocks early and often in hiring.

In my industry …How can I recruit more young people who have what it takes? Suggestions are welcome.