How is BBI different from Traditional method of interviewing?
Traditional interview Questions deal with hypothetical situations and candidates predict possible reactions. Candidate can lead the interview at times. These interviews can be easily manipulated; they can be Structured/ Unstructured, and are Interviewee oriented. For example, “What would you do if ….?” Or “Tell us about yourself” or “What did you do in your position with XYZ Corporation”? Candidates are asked questions that require opinion responses. However, Behavioral interviews are based on real life situations, are lead by the Interviewer at all times, they are accurate and consistent, highly structured and Interviewer oriented. BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES & INDICATORS: The most unique feature if BBI is that it helps measuring behavioral competencies using behavioral indicators. Infact that is what leads to the selection of right candidate. Now, competencies can be of many kinds like functional and behavioral competencies etc. Behavioral Competencies refer to skills or knowledge that
