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So, You Don’t Test? A Closer Look at Why You Should Consider It
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In this episode, hosts Mike Callen and Jenny Arnez of Biddle Consulting Group's TestGenius podcast, address common concerns and misconceptions about testing in recruitment. They explain that many elements of the hiring process are inherently tests, distinguish between subjective and objective measures, and discuss the importance of ensuring tests' validity and consistency with business necessity. The hosts highlight the benefits of using skill and ability tests, personality tests and situational judgment tests to improve hiring effectiveness, employee engagement, and defensibility. Real-world examples and detailed explanations reinforce the crucial role of testing in creating a fair and efficient recruitment process.
Notice:
This podcast is a presentation of Biddle Consulting Group, Inc., the publishers of TestGenius. The topics covered in this podcast are sometimes controversial, and pertain to an often-changing landscape. The opinions expressed of the hosts and guests are their own, and may not align with those of the organization for which they work. None of the conversation or resources shared on this podcast should be construed to be legal advice. As a best practice, if you have concerns over these issues or opinions expressed, you should explore them with an attorney or other expert.
00:00 Introduction and Disclaimers
00:55 Meet the Hosts
01:13 Today's Topic: You Say You Don't Test
02:21 Understanding TestGenius and Testing
03:39 The Importance of Skill and Ability Testing
04:16 Real-Life Conversations and Misconceptions
05:00 Point 1: Everything in Recruitment is a Test
05:45 Historical Context: Griggs vs. Duke Power
10:13 Job Postings and Adverse Impact
16:52 Job Applications and Adverse Impact
19:50 Various Types of Tests in Recruitment
26:15 Adverse Impact vs. Disparate Impact
28:45 Subjective vs. Objective Measures
31:42 Ensuring Fairness in the Hiring Process
32:08 The Role of Subjective Measures in Recruitment
34:15 The Importance of Optics in Recruitment
36:29 Work Sample Tests: Benefits and Realistic Job Previews
40:30 Ensuring Validity in Testing
44:15 The Critical Role of Paper Trails
50:21 Addressing Concerns About Testing
56:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Resources:
- TestGenius: www.testgenius.com
- Biddle Consulting Group: www.biddle.com
- CritiCall: www.criticall911.com
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