Hiring top-quality employees is a key to success for many farm operators. Dave Resch, Dakota County, MN, extension agent, suggests the following steps:
- Make preselections.
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- Prepare for the interviews.
- Conduct effective interviews.
- Summarize each interview.
- Test the applicants' skills.
- Check references with a phone call or personal contact.
- Make the selection.
- Hire the person.
- Schedule a physical exam.
- Notify unsuccessful candidates.
- Prepare for the employee's first day.
