Your Talent will Make you known

  Finding amazing talent is a tricky process. Making talent
recruitment a top priority can multiply the success of an
organization.

To recognize great talent, hiring managers can look for
the following signs instead of paying attention only to
resumes and cover letters.
Here are 10 things people possessing great talent
always do:
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1. They talk about their long-term goals.
Talented candidates aren’t afraid of their future. In fact,
they’re excited about their career and what’s in store.
Ask candidates about their long-term goals during a job
interview. Those with great talent will talk about their
prospective future with the company and what they plan
to accomplish if hired.
2. They’re resourceful and prepared for
anything.
Great talent is prepared for any situation. The ability to
think and act on the spot is a quality few people have.
People with top-notch talent know their resume inside
and out, have their portfolio ready and can answer
interview questions without stumbling over their
thoughts.
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3. They display confidence in any situation.
There’s a fine line between confidence and arrogance
when identifying top talent. Confident individuals,
however, can handle any situation and accept the reality
that it’s OK to be wrong.
During the interview, ask candidates about their
weaknesses. Look for a candidate who can confidently
speak about weaknesses and explain the lessons they
have learned.
4. They market their versatility.
Individuals who are truly talented possess a wide range
of skills and can transfer them to different roles and
succeed.
Ask candidates about a time when they had to try
something new or apply their skills in an unusual
situation. A good candidate will be able to share an
experience or two.
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5. They prioritize results.
Talented people care about results. They have a burning
passion to accomplish their goals, both in their personal
life or career.
Those who possess top talent will talk about what they
want to accomplish once hired without the interviewer
having to ask.
6. They ask smart questions.
Bright individuals are curious people. Because of this,
they’ll ask questions to learn more about an
organization and how it functions.
During the interview, a talented candidate will ask
questions about what he or she is expected to
accomplish if hired. They will inquire about the attributes
of the top performers at the company and about what it
takes to drive results.
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7. They’re extremely flexible.
Many organizations continuously update their goals and
implement new strategies. Top talent can adjust to such
changes without becoming derailed from success.
Ask candidates about a time when they had to quickly
adapt to a new situation and what happened.
8. They’re comfortable with taking risks.
Risk taking is involved at any business. Talented people
aren’t afraid of pushing the envelope to discover new
ideas.
Ask candidates about a time where they had to take a
risk. Their response should provide enough insight
about whether they can take big enough risks.
9. They bring passion to the position and
organization.
This might seem like a cliché, but passion is a quality
that sets apart those with great talent from lackluster
candidates.
When a talented person is passionate about what he or
she does, that individual is not afraid to tell a
prospective employer. In fact, when someone is truly
passionate, a hiring manager can see it in the
individual's personality and previous experience.
10. They communicate effectively with a
variety of stakeholders.
Strong communicators have the ability to take
organizations to the next level.
When speaking to candidates over the phone or in
person or exchanging emails, pay close attention to how
they communicate. This gives employers a better
indication of their communication skills.
What are some other ways to recognize great talent?
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