Writing Style Tells All

Our clients know that we ask viable candidates to complete a questionnaire.  Not only do we learn answers to important questions (i.e., why did you leave your last job), we also learn about their communication style by the “way” they respond.  Here are tips on identifying an individual’s style by their writing samples:

• D – Brief, direct answers (I was recruited to lead a project.)
• I – Inspiring answers (I wanted to try something new.)
• S – Supportive answers (I wanted to work on an organized team.)
• C – Procedure driven answers (I was challenged to install a new system.)