Psychometric tests (or how another job application will go down the drain)

[dornoforpyros]

The shorter one: Jung Typology Test

haha according to that test I shouldn't be in graphic design because I'm to rigid and I'd be much more at home with spreadsheets...I hate spreadsheets! Plus I suck at math.

But some of the stuff I read defiantly holds true.

 

[whocares]

Sadly, not any longer. A lot of places are afraid to say anything more than answering the "Would you hire this person again?" question. Anything more than that could be grounds for a lawsuit from the applicant. At least, that's often the perception.

That's why the interviewee should not be able to see his/her reference. Psychometric tests are a load of bull****. The interviewee should spend some time with his/her future colleagues to see if they get on together.

And a referee can always refuse to give a reference...

 

[floyde]

Well done and congratulations. That's great news

Thanks! I needed a change so badly. I'm really looking forward to this new job

 

[patrick0brien]

You were right! I got the job!!!

**Dances stupid touchdown dance**

Although it could've been that I did so well in the actual interview that they had to overlook my test results...

-floyde

Taking a psychometric test, $0
Opening a thread on MacRumors, $0
Getting the job despite your fears, Priceless Yeeeeaah Baby!

 

[mcarnes]

Being an employer is not easy either. In fact it's a real PITA. I'm trying to find a competent billing person right now. Basically, the only thing I'm looking for is someone I won't have to fire later. Don't know if that helps you or not (probably not). But that's the whole point of the interview process for me. Will this person stay at this job, and how much maintenance are they going to be?

 

[floyde]

Taking a psychometric test, $0

Well actually, it was about $6, I had to take a cab so that I wouldn't be late . But the new job is priceless indeed