Employee happiness is very important in building a successful workforce, and at Fitness Enhancement, we believe that hiring the right individuals for the right roles is the key to promoting employee happiness. It all starts with the interview process, where both the interviewer and the interviewee must ask the right questions. But here’s the thing, that doesn’t happen often enough. Here’s a video of some of the tough questions that should be asked during a personal training job interview by potential fitness industry employees, contractors, or Personal Trainers paying gym rent to the interviewer. And if you happen to be on the other side of the table conducting interviews, transparency is essential to ensuring the long-term retention of exceptional Personal Trainers.
Employers often fail to mention the downsides of the PT role. Every position has its challenges, and it is important for candidates to have a complete understanding of what they are signing up for. However, candidates are often too nervous to ask direct questions like, “Will I get paid for all the hours I work?” So, what happens is the PT signs the contract, all excited and ready to go, only to realise that not everything is as amazing as they were told during the interview. Such a revelation can lead to dissatisfaction and high turnover rates.
Personal training job interview
Let’s face it, tough questions are rarely asked by interviewees. At Fitness Enhancement, we make sure to explain to interviewees both the pros and cons of the role. Unlike many others in the fitness industry, we ensure that PTs are paid for all the hours they work, which is a definite advantage. However, it is equally important for us to disclose any potential downsides. By doing so, we give candidates the opportunity to assess whether the role aligns with their expectations and career goals. This results in some PTs choosing to decline the offer, which is fine with us. What matters most is that the ones who say yes are the right fit. We start a partnership based on trust and transparency, and hopefully, it’s a partnership that lasts for a very long time.
Importance of open communication in interviews
By encouraging interviewees to ask the tough questions in job interviews and providing them with honest answers, we can establish a culture of open communication and mutual understanding. This approach doesn’t just benefit the candidates—it sets the stage for a win-win, awesome, long-lasting partnership between employers and employees.
Tough questions in job interview
Tough questions are rarely asked by interviewees. So, interviewers need to create an environment where candidates feel comfortable bringing up their concerns. Transparency is key to building trust, and it is the responsibility of interviewers to promote an environment where candidates feel comfortable discussing their concerns. Interviewees should be encouraged to ask about various aspects of the role, such as the work schedule, compensation structure, career growth opportunities, and any potential challenges they might face. This open dialogue allows both parties to align their expectations, reducing the likelihood of disappointments down the line.
Employee happiness and retention
As an employer, investing time and effort in the interview process by asking and answering tough questions pays off in the long run. Not only does it attract candidates who are genuinely interested and qualified for the role, but it also ensures that those who join the organisation know exactly what they’re getting into. That kind of transparency leads to increased employee happiness and retention.
Employee happiness all starts with making the right hiring decisions, and you know what helps? Asking the right questions during the interview process! It is important for both interviewers and interviewees to address potential concerns openly and honestly. A culture of transparency and trust can help employers attract and retain exceptional PTs who are a perfect fit for their organisations. So, the next time you find yourself on either side of the interview table, remember the importance of asking—and answering—the tough questions in a personal training job interview.
