Stay with us on this one.
Think about the difference between online dating and meeting someone face to face.
On paper, everything can look right.
Shared interests. Similar backgrounds. A strong profile.
But until you actually meet someone, you don’t really know how they come across.
How they communicate.
How they make you feel.
Whether there’s a genuine connection.
And more often than not, that’s the part that really matters.
Recruitment isn’t that different.
A CV can tell you what someone has done.
It can show skills, experience and career history.
But it won’t show you:
- how they build relationships
- how they respond under pressure
- how they communicate with others
- or how they’ll fit into your team
That’s the difference between skillset and culture fit — and it’s often where hiring decisions are won or lost.
Why we still meet every candidate
In a world where speed and automation are becoming the norm, it’s tempting to rely purely on what’s on paper.
But just like in dating, what looks right on a profile doesn’t always translate in reality.
At One to One Recruitment, we’ve always believed that understanding the person behind the CV is where the real value lies.
That’s why we meet every candidate before introducing them to a client.
It allows us to properly assess:
- how they communicate
- their emotional intelligence
- their attitude and approach
- and ultimately, how they will show up in your business
Because when you’re hiring, you’re not just matching skills to a job description.
You’re introducing someone into a team, a culture and a way of working.
And that’s something you can’t fully understand without a real conversation.
If we can help with your next team hire, do give us a call on 01904 769142.