In my long career of testing people for jobs, I’ve had some key ups and downs in calling whether job candidates will be successful. Fortunately my ups have significantly outweighed my downs, but some of my downs have been pretty bad!<br />

In my long career of testing people for jobs, I’ve had some key ups and downs in calling whether job candidates will be successful. Fortunately my ups have significantly outweighed my downs, but some of my downs have been pretty bad!

In my long career of testing people for jobs, I’ve had some key ups and downs in calling whether job candidates will be successful. Fortunately my ups have significantly outweighed my downs, but some of my downs have been pretty bad!<br>

Confessions of a Business Psychologist: One of My Biggest Failures; One of My Biggest Successes

*Step into the intricate world of hiring with Dr. Mickey in "Inside the Mind of Hiring." This show dives deep into the psychology and strategy behind one of the most critical decisions leaders face: choosing the right people. Dr. Mickey reveals the often-hidden traits that make individuals right fit—or a potential mismatch—for an organization, emphasizing the profound effects that hiring choices have on company culture, morale, and effectiveness.* In each episode, Dr. Mickey and expert guests uncover the full hiring journey, exploring both the bright and shadow sides of candidate evaluation. The show highlights a powerful process that often separates hiring success from failure: assessments. From personality and aptitude tests to the psychologist’s interview, these assessments provide insights that go beyond what’s captured in interviews, references, and resumes. They enable hiring managers to look past the sunlight of surface impressions and into a person’s illuminating shadows to truly understand what makes a candidate tick in terms of both strengths and potential red flags. With Dr. Mickey as the guide, the show examines how assessments help mitigate common hiring challenges: **Uncovering True Motivations**: Assessments reveal what drives candidates—factors that may not come across in a polished interview. A person’s motivations often align closely with their engagement and satisfaction in the role, making assessments a vital tool to predict long-term fit and potential impact on company morale. **Identifying Hidden Strengths and Weaknesses**: Some of the most important characteristics in a candidate are often invisible on paper or even in person. Assessments can reveal traits like resilience, adaptability, emotional intelligence, and work ethic, which directly affect team dynamics and job performance. **Reducing Bias**: Interviewer biases can subtly influence hiring decisions, whether they stem from personal preferences or subconscious assumptions. By introducing the psychological assessment factor into the hiring process, companies can add a more objective layer of evaluation, reducing the influence of superficial biases and focusing on the traits that truly predict success in the role. **Improving Hiring Accuracy**: Despite best efforts, traditional hiring methods often yield a success rate of only 40-60%. The cost of a poor hire is high—up to two times the base salary—due to onboarding, morale impacts, and productivity losses. Assessments increase hiring accuracy by adding data-driven insights, helping organizations make well-rounded decisions that align with their culture and values. But Dr. Mickey emphasizes that while assessments bring immense value, they’re just one piece of the puzzle. The best hiring outcomes combine the insights of assessments with human judgment, personal impressions, and team input to create a comprehensive understanding of each candidate. "Inside the Mind of Hiring" isn’t just about finding the right fit—it’s about cultivating teams that drive success, lift morale, and embody the company's vision. This show is a must-listen for hiring managers, HR professionals, and job seekers alike. By learning how to leverage assessments and avoid common pitfalls, leaders can make more informed and successful hiring decisions, while candidates gain insights into presenting their authentic selves. Join Dr. Mickey for a deep dive into hiring psychology and discover how to make smarter, more holistic hiring decisions that shape thriving teams and successful companies

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Confessions of a Business Psychologist: One of My Biggest Failures; One of My Biggest Successes