The following was penned by Joanne Bonello Ghio – Psychometrician, Training & HR Consultant and Operational Lead

Psychometric tests are assessments that measure various aspects of a person’s cognitive abilities, personality traits, and behavioural styles. Their ability to maximise objectivity and mitigate the pervasive impact of inherent human biases makes them a tool of choice in HR because they provide insight into individuals’ unique strengths and weaknesses. This allows for the assessment of competencies as well as cultural fit.

The resulting data offered by psychometric testing goes deeper and further than what would have been discussed at early interviewing stages, supporting their aim to helping companies achieve their required organisational goals – from talent acquisition and development to engagement or retention. Data analysis at this deep level goes beyond scratching the surface and enables open and honest discussions about job preferences and characteristics. This is essential when choosing candidates for senior roles especially within high-risk industries, such as aviation and regulatory functions. 

The span of scientifically validated psychometric tests offered by PsyPotential ranges from basic ability tests to personality and leadership assessments. There are also targeted tests that measure critical competencies such as adaptability, resilience, stress tolerance and emotional intelligence. This enables recruitment professionals to select candidates who have the necessary skills for the role and who will very likely integrate within existing teams and structures.

The psychometricians’ approach involves collaborative meetings during which the fundamental competencies required for each role are identified, allowing for the selection of the best suited assessment. They also conduct one on one discussions (aka ‘debriefs’) with each candidate to ensure accuracy of results and to identify areas for improvement. 

With a team of licensed professionals who are available to guide and support HR and recruitment professionals through the process of deciding which candidate to select, PsyPotential seeks to serve as a partner in the recruitment process. Its aim of unlocking individual and organisational potential through informed insights and tailored guidance is strongly supported by their rigorous use of psychometrics, which uses the fine art of human psychological assessment with a solid analysis based in science. 

PsyPotential aim to support leaders, teams, and organisations across local and international industries. This has led the company to establish psychometric testing as a pivotal tool in their comprehensive range of cutting-edge and bespoke services.