You absolutely must have the discipline not to hire until you find the right people.
– Jim Collins
One of the phrases I always use when reviewing assessment results with clients who are making hiring decisions is, “… If everything else adds up.”
When we are looking at assessment results, we are looking at one part of the puzzle…. There may be indicators that the hire would be an excellent fit simply from looking at the assessment results, or there may be indications of valid concerns. Unless scores are so “off target” or multiple candidates are being assessed and compared, etc., I always encourage further observation of the real person… I am a firm believer in “trust and verify!”
This is the same whether someone scored well on the assessment or has areas of “concern” for the position. Take your time in putting the entire puzzle together. During the hiring process and evaluation period is the only time you have “options.” After the hire, the candidate is all yours ;)
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