Two of my candidates went out on interviews this month for the same job: A smart candidate and a clever candidate. Now, somewhere along the line, my clients have learned that it's better to hire a clever candidate than a smart one. A merely smart candidate often has a high IQ but is not very resourceful. A clever candidate might also have a high IQ -- but what truly differentiates them in an executive search (and on the job) is their poise and ability to think on their feet.
Imagine my candidates' surprise this month when my hiring manager trotted out this interview question:
Imagine you have three cards ...
- both sides black
- both sides white
- white and black sides
You put these into a bag and draw one card. Now, without looking at the reverse side, you place your card on the table. The card is black on top.
What is the probability that the other side is also black?
Check back next Tuesday for the answer.
