We all know that one employee's attitude can have the power to elevate or deflate the workplace climate around them. As such, Mertz continues with a question that strives to illuminate a candidate's frame of mind.
Why It Works: "Asking an interviewee how others view them usually delivers a more honest answer," says Mertz. "More than this, understanding attitude and mindset are keys to ensuring a good mix with other team members and finding individuals with a positive outlook and a growth mindset."