Question

List a minimum of 5 questions you should ask yourself after an interview to assist in the documentation and evaluation processes.

Answer 1

Here are questions to ask yourself after an interview to make documentation clear and support an objective evaluation. (Each item includes what to record.)

1. What specific strengths did the candidate demonstrate?
- Record concrete examples and quotes that show those strengths.

2. What weaknesses, skill gaps, or concerns came up?
- Note evidence, frequency, and how serious the gaps are for the role.

3. How did the candidate perform on the role’s core competencies/requirements?
- Rate each key skill (technical, behavioral, managerial) and capture supporting examples.

4. How well would they fit the team and company culture/values?
- Note observed behaviors or comments that indicate alignment or misfit.

5. How effective was their communication and professionalism?
- Include clarity, structure of answers, attitude, punctuality, and demeanor.

6. Were there any inconsistencies or red flags (resume, timeline, answers)?
- Document specifics so they can be checked later (references, background).

7. How did they handle behavioral/situational questions (use of STAR or depth of examples)?
- Summarize one or two standout stories and what they reveal about decision-making.

8. What follow-up actions are needed (references, tests, additional interviews)?
- Be specific about who will do what and expected deadlines.

9. What is your recommendation and level of confidence (hire/hold/reject, and why)?
- Provide a concise rationale tied to evidence and any lingering uncertainties.

10. Any interviewer bias or unknowns that could have influenced your judgment?
- Note potential biases and how to mitigate them in the final decision.

If you use an evaluation template, transfer these points into it immediately (ratings, quotes, recommended next steps) while the interview is fresh.