Forbes Human Resources Council

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Unpopular perspective: Personality assessments, aptitude tests and candidate interview assignments are detrimental to the hiring process.

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The Hire Talent

JANUARY 15, 2025

This isnt just wishful thinkingtools like personality assessments make it a reality. Free personality tests provide a starting point for uncovering traits that influence workplace behavior. By using these tools, organizations can foster better teamwork, enhance hiring decisions, and support employee development.

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Traitify

AUGUST 23, 2017

What this means for employers is that it is increasingly difficult to find and hire the best candidates for open positions because the options available to candidates are greater. In these cases in particular it is easy to see how a personality assessment might be used to help alleviate certain biases that can be present in interviews.

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Recruiters Lineup

APRIL 15, 2025

Introduction: Why Talent Assessment Tools Matter in 2025 Finding and hiring the right talent is harder than ever in todays competitive job market. In 2025, businesses face increased pressure to streamline recruitment , reduce bias, and hire faster without compromising quality. Thats where talent assessment tools come in.

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Rally Recruitment Marketing

APRIL 26, 2019

And of course, this digital transformation has made its way to the recruitment and hiring process. What is included in this guide will differ from business to business based on your events strategy, your hiring needs and your goals. What information can you provide them in person? What are they seeing or experiencing at events?

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Hireserve

JUNE 21, 2024

One approach to hiring which is currently trending is the idea of personality hires which are characterised by their ability to bring the right ‘vibe’ to the workplace. The focus here is on evaluating a candidate’s personality traits and cultural fit within the company, rather than solely on skills and experience.

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Vervoe

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

How to Hire: Lessons from a Sales Executive. Every new employee at Vervoe is hired through a Vervoe assessment. When our new hires start, we like them to help us write an assessment for their role with our in-house I/O psychologists. Use the assessment for free. Hiring a sales executive? TRY IT NOW.

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Newton Software

DECEMBER 2, 2015

As great as it would be to hire and retain the perfect candidate 100% of the time, the reality is that not everyone is a fit for the position or the company. NEWTON + PRE-HIRE ASSESSMENTS. Pre-hire assessments are tools that quickly identify the best applicants for specific positions and for your broader company culture. .

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Plum.io

JULY 13, 2016

Hiring co-op students is exciting, or at least it should be. Last year I was hiring a data analyst co-op position. In the past, they were only used to hire senior roles, in part because of the high cost associated with it. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) outlines the best practices for hiring co-ops.

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4 Corner Resources Staffing Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

Methods of recruitment and selection are the processes by which companies find and hire new employees. Choosing the right recruitment methods will depend on the skills you need, the type of candidate you’re looking for, the experience level required, your budget, your time frame, and the hiring resources you have available.

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Hacker Earth

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In the competitive world of hiring, particularly in tech, recruitment is no longer just about finding candidates with the right technical expertise. For tech teams tasked with solving complex problems, interpersonal skills ensure smoother collaboration, innovation, and productivity. Why interpersonal skills matter in tech hiring ?

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Workable

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Early in 2020 we began developing a set of features aimed more directly at mitigating bias and creating a more equitable hiring process. Our latest DEI feature, anonymized screening , focuses on the initial screening stages of the hiring process. Let us help you diversify your employee base and grow your business.

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Ideal

JUNE 8, 2017

The government of Canada recently made headlines for their blind hiring pilot project: removing candidates’ names before hiring managers review their applications. Government officials state this blind hiring initiative is designed to “ reduce unconscious bias ” and “ promote gender and ethnic equality.”.

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Hacker Earth

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Using the right tools (methods) is crucial for making informed hiring decisions. Here’s why selection methods matter: Impact on Organizational Success: Hiring the right people fuels your organization’s engine. Interpret results in context: Personality assessments offer insights, not absolutes.

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Hundred5

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Recruiters like you can invest hours into the hiring process, only to be left with candidates who have the wrong skills, mismatched competencies, and are a poor cultural fit. Skills assessment tests improve hiring success by allowing candidates to practically demonstrate their skill sets, personality traits, and real-life job performance.

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4 Corner Resources Staffing Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2020

With so many job seekers in the market, hiring managers need all the help they can get screening and qualifying candidates. A strong qualification process weeds out ill-fitting or underqualified applicants, increasing the likelihood of making the best possible hire for your open position. Benefits of Using Candidate Assessments 1.

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Recruiting Daily Advisor

MAY 6, 2019

One of the first processes to consider when analyzing the diversity or lack of diversity in a workforce is the hiring process. Following the practical tips presented below can help organizations to implement hiring practices that are objective, job-related, and that ultimately yield greater diversity. Methods for Promoting Objectivity.

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ExactHire Recruiting

JULY 31, 2013

Employee assessments have been around for decades. Organizations use them for hiring, team-building, conflict resolution and succession planning. I get asked about these a lot, so it seems to make sense to help frame out some of the key things to consider if you’re currently using (or plan to use) assessments in your organization.

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The Hire Talent

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Why Your Business Needs a Sales Leadership Assessment Hiring a sales leader isnt just about filling a roleits about ensuring your sales team thrives. But how do you measure these skills before making a hiring decision? Thats where sales leadership assessments come in. Explore our Personality Assessment Tools.

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4 Corner Resources Staffing Blog

JULY 23, 2020

Even in the face of declining job numbers, though, customer service hiring is expected to remain consistent. 7 Strategies For Overcoming The Hiring Challenges In The Customer Service Industry . Customer Service Hiring Tip #1: Make culture fit a top priority when screening candidates. In addition, hiring costs are increasing.

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Workable

JUNE 23, 2021

Second, you’ll learn more about their workplace personality and behavior to see if they’re a good fit for your current team and workplace. Certified by psychometric experts and designed within the Workable platform, the Workable Assessments feature is not only credible, but also a handy solution for hiring teams.

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Vervoe

OCTOBER 28, 2018

One of the best discussions I’ve heard on this topic was on a podcast called Hire Up hosted by John P. The episode was titled Assessments Made Simple, Human, Smart and featured Dr. Scott Hamilton , the CEO of Hamilton & Associates Consulting. That’s why pre-employment assessments that test personality need to be validated.

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Traitify

JUNE 14, 2017

Their turnover is so high, they tell me, that they’re happy – well, not happy, really, but willing – to hire any “warm body.”. But many executives in the hourly wage industry believe that massive turnover is simply a fact or life, so their only recourse is to keep hiring anyone with a pulse. But that’s a big mistake. But not for long.

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Recruiters Lineup

JANUARY 15, 2024

As the global marketplace continues to expand, many companies are exploring opportunities to hire talented professionals from diverse regions. However, navigating the hiring process in a foreign country can be challenging. Ukraine has specific regulations and laws that businesses must adhere to when hiring employees.

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Traitify

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

You're currently hiring Millennials based on their resumes, which given how young they are, probably don't have that much substance. If this post wasn’t enough to prove it, it may be time to let a personality assessment do the talking. Try Our Assessment!

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Proactive Talent

JANUARY 30, 2018

Sometimes the fat is a two-hour personality assessment no one actually looks at, and other times a third round phone interview prior bringing the candidate onsite. Analyzing how recruitment is performed across the board, and the hoops we require both candidate and recruiter to jump through should be the first step.

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Recruiters Lineup

MARCH 27, 2023

Effective screening can help organizations save time and resources by ensuring that only the most qualified candidates move forward in the hiring process. Machine learning algorithms can also learn from previous hiring decisions and provide valuable insights into candidate screening.

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The Hire Talent

MARCH 5, 2025

It helps identify: Individual strengths and weaknesses Gaps in the sales process Areas where coaching and training are needed The overall effectiveness of your teams collaboration By using data-driven insights , companies can improve hiring decisions, enhance training programs, and create a highly efficient sales operation.

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Hireserve

MAY 24, 2023

This is why hiring managers are increasingly valuing soft skills over those hard skills. They demonstrate that a potential hire can handle the day-to-day stresses and responsibilities of a modern workplace. Its best to consider these types of skills as not just job-related, but imperative for your new hire to possess.

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SmartRecruiters

AUGUST 30, 2018

However, a little empathy goes a long way, with examples of how Facebook or Pandora adopted more inclusive hiring practices for the better being well known. According to Lurie, hiring is “a team sport,” with recruiters as the captains, “responsible for candidates’ emotional experience.”. What matters, Lurie claims, is empathy.

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Spark Hire

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

It’s a well known fact that hiring can be stressful. As a hiring manager, you are held responsible for not only finding the best talent but also attracting talent to your job openings , and then making the right hiring decision. Am I making the right hiring decision?”. Choosing the right candidate. “Am

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The Cleared Recruiting Chronicles

DECEMBER 16, 2024

While the DoD struggles to fill critical roles, Anduril has over 500 positions open for Public Trust holders.

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Hacker Earth

OCTOBER 18, 2023

In the dynamic world of technical recruiting , where skills testing forms the cornerstone of the selection process, we have a potent tool waiting to be harnessed to its fullest potential – Psychometric Assessments. This tool not only complements the skills tests but also promises a bias-free, holistic view of your prospective hires.

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HarQen

AUGUST 17, 2015

If you haven’t searched for a job in awhile, you’ll be surprised at how much the hiring process has changed. Some employers use personality assessments. Moving through a hiring process will take a long time. You’ll also want to prepare yourself for the time it takes to move through the hiring process.

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The Hire Talent

APRIL 3, 2019

Not only does our personality and behavioral preferences influence how successful we are in any given job, it often impacts our level of engagement and contribution in certain positions as well, especially when we are either a really good or really poor … Why Personality Matters When Hiring. Read More ».

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The Staffing Stream

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Let’s be honest: Hiring is difficult. If there was a formula for making sure you hired the right person every time someone would be a billionaire because of it. From personality assessments to competency analysis to capturing predictive indicators of success there have certainly been some advancements here.

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The Hire Talent

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Personality is one of those fun topics to discuss, but it does have some real implications for the workplace and it’s wise to consider how personality factors in when hiring a new employee. For example, how will this person fit into your company’s culture and get along with others?

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