They may look good on paper but are they right for the job?

They may look good on paper but
are they right for the job?

A recent survey indicated that behavioural testing was “top of mind” for most employers as they tried to distinguish between applicants who ‘all looked good on paper”.

Of the 1,401 Australian HR managers surveyed over 60% were using some form of profiling as part of their recruitment process. St. George Bank was reported to have reduced staff turnover in just 14 months from 23% to 16%. APN News & Media said they benefited by retaining staff which directly translated to repeat advertising business as clients enjoyed better relationships with staff whom they had done business with before.

What does Harvard Business Review say about a good match?

Harvard Business Review confirms in a widely cited study:

“It’s not experience that counts or college degrees or other accepted factors; success hinges on a fit with the job’.

A successful hire will depend on the matching of an individual’s natural abilities to the requirements of the position, otherwise known as ‘job match’ . Job match is one of the most reliable factors to consider when making a hiring decision.

MYPROFILE is an excellent tool designed to help you make a successful job match. Contact us today