4 Corner Resources Staffing Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Using personality tests for hiring can offer valuable insights on culture fit, work style, and other factors that define the right candidate. We’ll explore the benefits and drawbacks of using personality assessments for hiring and share some of the top employment personality tests that hiring managers can rely on.

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ExactHire Recruiting

JULY 31, 2013

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. For my purposes here, I’m going to focus on behavior/personality assessments.

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Hundred5

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Skills assessment tests make recruiter’s lives easier by combining pre-built templates , business-specific customization , automated evaluation , and end-to-end ATS integration. Many types of skills tests are available, including soft skills tests , technical skills assessments , cognitive ability tests , and personality assessments.

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Traitify

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

We are moving past the era of pieces of paper to define a person's work experience, you may want to start using a candidates personality and character as useful information to help inform your hiring decisions. If this post wasn’t enough to prove it, it may be time to let a personality assessment do the talking.

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Ideal

JUNE 8, 2017

Blind hiring is any technique that anonymizes or “blinds” demographic-related information about a candidate from the recruiter or hiring manager that can lead to bias. Blind hiring at the screening stage starts by removing personal information from candidates’ profiles and resumes such as their names and photos.

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The Staffing Stream

JANUARY 20, 2021

Our firm uses a personality assessment tool called DiSC Profiles for internal hiring, but perhaps the best known test for assessment is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, which uses an individual’s responses to categorize them into one of 16 personality types.

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Hacker Earth

OCTOBER 18, 2023

By incorporating cognitive ability assessments, you can analyze how a candidate approaches complex problems. Ultimately, making an informed prediction of their problem-solving capabilities on the job. Using personality tests will help you: gauge a candidate’s suitability for a role.

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HarQen

AUGUST 17, 2015

Be prepared for some companies to ask for personal information like a social security number. Some employers use personality assessments. The stand alone application has gone by the wayside, most companies use an Applicant Tracking System (ATS). The Ground Rules – Before you apply you must answer yes.

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Workable

JUNE 23, 2021

Here’s a brief breakdown of Workable Assessments: the cognitive part consists of four tests measuring different types of mental skills – abstract reasoning, numerical comprehension, verbal comprehension, and attention & focus. Cognitive Assessments. Workplace Personality Assessment.

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Ideal

AUGUST 13, 2018

It becomes clear then that recruiters would benefit by using a candidate assessment tool before a face-to-face interview. But with all the candidate assessments available in the market, deciding which one to use can be confusing. Here are 4 guidelines for making an informed decision when selecting a candidate assessment tool.

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4 Corner Resources Staffing Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Sheds Light on Blind Spots When hiring, there’s a danger that lies in the unknown—niche skills you can’t personally assess, for example, or behavioral quirks that will make it hard for a candidate to fit in with your culture. Personality assessments often rely on test-takers to gauge themselves (i.e.

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Recruiting Daily Advisor

APRIL 12, 2019

To determine whether employees will express this desire, have candidates complete personality assessments during the hiring process to see whether they would be willing and able to be transparent with colleagues and that they personally value transparency. Use Cloud-Based Platforms. Empower Employees to Be More Autonomous.

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Professional Alternatives

AUGUST 23, 2023

By implementing these interview techniques and best practices, you can make informed hiring decisions and select top entry-level receptionists who will excel in their roles. By utilizing data and analytics, you can make more informed and objective hiring decisions.

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Recruiting Daily Advisor

MAY 6, 2019

There are numerous ways to add objectivity and validity to a hiring process, one being the use of a scientifically validated personality assessment. Validating a personality measure by linking it to high performance in a role is an effective tool to combat unconscious bias in hiring. Methods for Promoting Objectivity.

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Contract Recruiter

JULY 3, 2022

Are Personality Tests Legal? If you’re familiar with laws relating to hiring, you may wonder if a personality assessment is legal. After all, many laws prevent you from using information not directly related to job performance in your hiring decisions. Are Personality Tests Common? In short, no.

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Unbridled Talent

JULY 9, 2014

I also took the related Fascination Advantage® Assessment, which is billed as the first personality assessment developed based upon the science of branding, rather than psychology. So I took the assessment and was intrigued by the results. I’d love to hear from at least one person for each Archetype!

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4 Corner Resources Staffing Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

Take A Personality Assessment Another great way to have people get to know each other (and understand each other more) is to take a personality assessment. One of the most popular is the Myers-Briggs assessment. Setting aside a regular time where everyone comes to play a game is a great option.

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Recruiters Lineup

MARCH 27, 2023

This can help recruiters make more informed decisions and improve the overall efficiency of the recruitment process. This technique can be particularly useful for assessing technical skills, as it provides a more practical and interactive way to evaluate candidates.

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Traitify

JUNE 14, 2017

By making a customized, mobile personality assessment a part of your recruitment process, you can get to this invaluable information quickly, reliably, and in a way that generates a positive return on investment. Instead, you’ll want a personality assessment to fit your particular requirements.

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Recruiters Lineup

MAY 12, 2023

Interviewing and Assessment The interviewing and assessment stage involves inviting shortlisted candidates for in-person or virtual interviews , and conducting additional assessments, such as skills tests or personality assessments.

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Traitify

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

We are moving past the era of pieces of paper to define a person's work experience, you may want to start using a candidates personality and character as useful information to help inform your hiring decisions. If this post wasn’t enough to prove it, it may be time to let a personality assessment do the talking.

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Plum.io

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

A personality assessment gives you insight into who someone really is which helps you manage your team. There’s no guesswork in how to interact with them, everyone is different and their personality says it all. Depending on your needs, there are different ways to build your team and you should be as informed as possible.

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Traitify

JULY 5, 2017

In recent years, there has been a resurgence of using personality assessments to provide insight in the workplace. Arguably, the most useful reports show how people with different personalities might see you and how you might see them.

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Spark Hire

APRIL 1, 2015

As a skilled recruiter in your trade, the hiring manager is quite often going to be curious about your personal assessment of candidate submissions. Don’t think that you can simply submit a candidate and leave out your personal assessment. Your Conclusions Regarding Candidate Fit.

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Traitify

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Integral to an earlier, individualized kind of proactive workplace counseling is the ability to work sensitively with two individuals by appreciating personality differences (which can include coping mechanisms, relational patterns and so on).

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CareerBuilder

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Assessment technology – No more gut decisions! Assessment tech has also evolved way past the personality assessments of yesteryear. Predictive assessments can now accurately tell you who you should be hiring, and they have proven to be more effective than live interviewing. Post-Apply.

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4 Corner Resources Staffing Blog

JULY 31, 2023

So, take psychometric tests with a grain of salt and use them in combination with other hiring tools to make an informed decision. What’s more, some people aren’t good test takers. Being anxious can skew the results. Review and update periodically Psychometric test results should be tracked and analyzed like any part of your hiring process.

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Vervoe

JANUARY 29, 2023

Some would even go so far as to say that the process also provides equally important insights into a candidate’s personality, values, and how they might fit into an existing team — but does this information really matter? A growing number of studies would suggest that the answer is no.

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Traitify

MAY 17, 2017

The experts advise that employers back off - or even abandon - unstructured interviews and lean more heavily on objective information like assessments and on more structured interviews. High-quality assessments - such as scientifically valid personality tests - can richly and objectively inform hiring decisions.

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Hireserve

MAY 24, 2023

Problem-solving skills enable individuals to adapt to challenges, make informed decisions, and continuously improve processes. Role-play Situations that Require Soft Skills Incorporate role-playing exercises or simulations into the interview process to assess candidates’ soft skills in action.

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Spark Hire

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

The first step in holding the candidate’s interest is to provide them with solid information on the job, the work day, and the company culture. Profile each candidate using personality assessments which will tell you the type of training and environment that the candidate works best in.

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McQuiag

MARCH 16, 2023

Without a validated assessment tool, you may miss important information about a candidate’s natural tendencies and potential to succeed in the role. Solution: Use validated assessments to supplement your interviews. Personality assessments can equip you with deep insights into these areas. Mistake No.

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4 Corner Resources Staffing Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

Take A Personality Assessment Another great way to have people get to know each other (and understand each other more) is to take a personality assessment. One of the most popular is the Myers-Briggs assessment. Setting aside a regular time where everyone comes to play a game is a great option.

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McQuiag

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Workers need to be able to trust they can count on their company to provide information as it's required so they can plan their lives accordingly. Self-development or personality assessments are a great place to start working on your own self-growth. Given our current situation, there's really no way to over-communicate.

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Contract Recruiter

JANUARY 16, 2023

Pre-employment screening is a process of collecting and verifying information about potential new hires. Verify Candidate Information It’s the final stretch: a pre-employment screening can offer you the peace of mind to trust your new hire. What is Pre-Employment Screening?

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Hacker Earth

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Pre-employment skill assessments are structured evaluations designed to measure a candidates ability in specific areas related to the job theyre applying for. These tests can range from coding challenges, problem-solving tasks, and personality assessments to soft skills evaluations.

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Jobvite

AUGUST 21, 2019

Campaigns can be designed to “drip” contact with candidates, automatically sending scheduled texts to prepare candidates to interview, remind them of an upcoming interview, link them to personality assessments, or even provide directions to the interview location.

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