The success of any business is dependent on how well the staff perform in their roles. Choosing the right person for the job is much easier than it sounds, however. An individual may pass an interview with flying colours, excel in training, and still end up failing at what the position demands of them. This results in lost productivity and revenue, decreased organisational efficiency, and a dent in the company culture, especially if staff turnover is high.
Many research studies have proven that psychometric assessment is one of the most valid predictors of future job performance.
What does psychometric assessment entail?
Psychometric tests should not be the only selection method your organisation uses to choose future employees, but it is certainly one of the most important. They are carefully developed for specific purposes and can be adjusted for your unique requirements. For example, for one test you may wish to assess a candidate’s hand-eye co-ordination, and for another their aptitude in arithmetic.
The assessments are designed to determine a candidate’s talents, personality and attributes and work out if they are well suited to a particular job description. All of PCD Assessment’s tests have undergone rigorous research and have evidence of their reliability and validity for what they have been designed for.
Why should our company use psychometric assessments?
There are 3 main reasons:
- Objectivity:
Our assessments are standardised and provide information across a wide range of demographics. Candidates can demonstrate talents that may not be evident in their CV or job interview. - Validity:
Psychometric assessments are more valid and reliable than interviews, academic performance and reference checks. When used in conjunction with these, future job performance can be accurately predicted. - Cost:
Interviewing, training, and then losing employees takes a massive toll on a company’s budget. Psychometric assessments help minimise costs by improving the chances of an ideal fit between the candidate and the job specification. This decreases the fallout rate and helps ensure a strong and reliable company. Employees who are happy and successful in their jobs perform better.