hiringclues

noun
UK /ˈhaɪərɪŋ kluːz/
US /ˈhaɪərɪŋ kluːz/

Small signs that help you know who to pick for a job.

The manager looked for hiringclues in the interview, like how friendly the person was.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Little pieces of information that help a company decide about a new worker.

Good hiringclues include being on time and smiling.

3. Things you notice that help you guess who will be a good fit for a team.

The boss found hiringclues in how the applicant answered questions.

4. Helpful signals during a job search that show which person is best.

She collected hiringclues from the trial task and the chat.