There is much debate by industry professionals on the best ways to improve the interview process. And by improve, we mean attract and make better hires. One theory is that harder job interviews actually lead to better job matches — but is this true? It turns out, yes. Candidates who go through a rigorous interview process often find that the company places a high value on finding employees who are a good match for both the position and the company culture. Want to improve your company’s interview process? Here are some steps to consider when structuring your interview process: The Phone Screener Phone interviews are an easy way to screen job seekers. In just a few quick questions, phone screeners allow you to vet a candidate and make sure they are a strong match skill-wise before you decide to invest further time in them. At this stage, you’ll want to focus on high-level questions to make sure they meet the requirements of the role.