4.2.1.5. Post-Interview Follow-Up

Always follow up with each candidate, regardless of the decision, to leave a positive impression and maintain potential future opportunities for unsuccessful candidates. 

After completing the interview phase, it is necessary to review the job descriptions and the decision matrix, and then rank the candidates. Ranking competencies in order of importance helps to identify the strongest candidate for that specific position. It is important to remember that no candidate is a perfect match. In addition to interview rankings, once a decision has been made, be sure to review background and reference checks, confirm salary requirements, and verify credentials where applicable.