
What we measure
Here is a summary of the twenty characteristics which constitute "fit" for a position. Remember that there are no right or wrong answers. The value of each characteristic varies with each position.
Thinking
Style
|
Learning
Index |
An
index of expected learning, reasoning and problem solving potential. |
|
Verbal
Skill |
A
measure of verbal skill through vocabulary. |
|
Verbal
Reasoning |
Using
words as a basis in reasoning and problem solving. |
|
Numerical
Ability |
A
measure of numeric calculation ability. |
|
Numeric
Reasoning |
Using
numbers as a basis in reasoning and problem solving. |
Behavioral
Traits
|
Energy
Level |
Tendency
to display endurance and capacity for a fast pace. |
|
Assertiveness |
Tendency
to take charge of people and situations. Leads more than follows. |
|
Sociability |
Tendency
to be outgoing, people-oriented and participate with others. |
|
Manageability |
Tendency
to follow policies, accept external controls and supervision and work
within the rules. |
|
Attitude |
Tendency
to have a positive attitude regarding people and outcomes. |
|
Accommodating |
Tendency
to be friendly, cooperative, agreeable. To be a team person. |
|
Decisiveness |
Uses
available information to make decisions quickly. |
|
Independence |
Tendency
to be self-reliant, self-directed, to take independent action and make own
decisions. |
|
Objective
Judgment |
The
ability to think clearly and be objective in decision making. |
Interests
|
Enterprising |
Indicated
interest in activities associated with persuading others as well as
presenting plans and concepts. |
|
Financial/Admin |
Indicated
interest in activities such as organizing information or business
procedures. |
|
People
Service |
Indicated
interest in activities such as helping people and promoting the welfare of
others. |
|
Creative |
Indicated
interest in activities using imagination, creativity and original ideas. |
|
Technical |
Indicated
interest in scientific activities, technical data and research. |
In addition to these characteristics, there are specialized scales for customer service and sales positions.
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