Which practice signals to candidates that they are valued and welcome?

• A. Showing up late to interviews
• B. Preparing a structured interview and greeting warmly
• C. Cancelling interviews without notice
• D. Withholding information about the process

Answer: (B)

Preparing a structured interview and greeting warmly signals that candidates are valued and welcome. A structured interview shows you respect the candidate's time and commitment by using the same questions and evaluation criteria for everyone, making the process fair and predictable. Greeting warmly sets a positive tone and demonstrates genuine interest, helping candidates feel comfortable and respected. Other options convey disorganization, unreliability, or opacity, which can make candidates feel undervalued.