Disastrous hires can happen when managers are fooled by first impressions. But how can you get beyond the superficial during a brief interview? The key is to focus on behaviors rather than traits.
For example, if the interviewee describes himself as a “team player,” does he credit other people
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Tanya Menon and Leigh Thompson
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