Sue Shellenbarger, author of the Wall Street Journal column “Work and Family� reports that the Gallup organization offers these tips on how to identify job applicants who are likely to form an emotional connection with the organization:

  • High energy
  • Positive attitude
  • Willingness to take on challenges
  • Ability to build relationships
  • Works well on teams

How do you identify those traits in the interview process? Ask the applicant to “describe a great day at work being specific about what you were doing, with whom,what you accomplished and why it felt like a great day.� The answers will tell in their own words what engages them.