Lexie, a marketing manager, regularly interviews candidates for her team. Because Lexie is a people person, and her department is built on teamwork, when she interviews candidates for a job, she tries to get to know the candidates as people. She always begins by saying, "Tell me about yourself," and based on what the candidate says, she lets the conversation unfold for 30 to 60 minutes. How does this approach limit Lexie's effectiveness as an interviewer?

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By giving the candidates such a wide range to talk about themselves, Lexie is not asking specific questions that would allow for consistent and reliable evaluations. This approach also limits the validity of the interview as it focuses too much on the individual and not enough on their ability to work in a team.

Lexie, a Marketing Manager, Regularly Interviews Candidates for Her Team