Let’s say that two managers interview the same number of candidates. One prefers to interview candidates when the office is empty, and another manager insists on interviewing candidates when the office is full of activity. The manager with the latter strategy hires a greater percentage of candidates. What is going on?

Today, I’ll continue to offer scientifically based explanations on how to increase your batting average with quality candidates. My focus today will be on “consensus”. The principle is simple: we all are prone to look to others to help us make tough decisions.

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