Frequently Asked Questions About Our Psychometric Testing Services

Do you want to know more about psychometric testing and why it’s important? Our solutions are designed to benefit your organisation in the ways that count. Hiring new employees is a time-consuming, expensive exercise – and without the right tools on-hand to support the process, it can be incredibly risky. The goal of hiring the best-fit talent is for the employee to flourish within their role and add to the success and profitability of the organisation. Failure to hire the right kind of candidate can cause a lot of damage, such as hindering productivity, souring the social environment, and even losing the company money. If you would like to learn about psychometrics and what our services entail, we answer some frequently asked questions.

What is Psychometric Testing?

Psychometric tests and evaluations are common practice across various industries – from education and financial institutions to psychological counselling. They are immensely helpful during the recruitment and hiring process when it comes to just about any organisation, large or small. Psychometrics is a category of standardised psychological tests that measure traits, personality, abilities, values, interests, and characteristics within a work environment. The results of these evaluations can provide valuable insight into a person’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as skills when filtering through candidates. They enable employers to make better decisions when it comes to hiring, role assignments, and even job profiling.

How Are the Assessments Administered in Organisations?

The tests are generally administered in standardised formats and are carried out and assessed by professionals such as our experienced team at Orgro. Depending on a company’s needs, psychometric testing all over the world is carried out either online or in person. Some tests must be handled by a professional, while others can be self-administered. The candidate or employee taking the test is encouraged to follow the instructions closely to receive the most accurate results. Deviating from the prescribed administration process of these tests may impair the reliability of the evaluations, which renders the entire test invalid. This is why partnering with professionals in the field is so essential.

How Reliable is Psychometric Testing?

Reliability when it comes to psychometrics goes hand in hand with consistency. This means that the same evaluation should render more or less the same results when the same person is tested more than once. While many psychometrics used today have been designed for reliability, how consistent they are will depend on the test and the individual being tested. Factors that may influence reliability include what kind of test is being taken, how the test is administered, and the test-takers motivation, mental and emotional state, and how much attention they are paying. Close supervision of the process by trained professionals such as the Orgro team is essential in maintaining reliable and consistent results.

Do Psychometrics Predict an Employee’s Future Behaviour Within Their Work Environment?

Psychometrics offer exceptional insight into various facets of who a person is – but they are not a crystal ball. They offer measurable ways to gauge a person’s drives and values, which can enable a form of workplace behaviour prediction. Human beings are far too complex to have their future performance predicted with 100% accuracy, however. Many factors can change or influence how an employee performs, including issues within their personal life, or even the specific demands of their job. Even so, psychometrics is still considered highly effective in reflecting a candidate’s psychological capabilities and behaviours, providing a much more objective understanding of someone than mere first impressions.

What Are the Benefits of Partnering with Orgro?

We at Orgro aim to partner with organisations to find best-fit employees, identify future leaders, and empower businesses with meticulous and objective insight into their teams. In this way, you can make better choices when it comes to hiring and role assignment, bringing out the best in your staff, and running your company more efficiently. Having the right person in the right role makes all the difference, and we can help you with this.

What Kinds of Psychometric Testing Are Offered by Orgro?

Our services offer a range of both South African and international psychometric assessments that enable the development of organisations and individuals. Our testing covers aspects such as personality, aptitude, emotional intelligence, cognitive and learning potential, workplace ethics and values, and we also assist with career pathing.

To learn about our premium offerings and how we can help you transform your organisation, speak to us today.

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