Executive Assessment
Back in 1988, Professor John Hunter of Michigan
State University determined that
the typical employment interview is only 57% effective
in predicting subsequent
success in a job, which means that the typical
interview is only slightly better than
flipping a coin. In the July-August 1999 edition
of the Harvard Business Review, an
article titled "Hiring Without Firing"
identified that 30% to 50% of all executive-level
appointments end in firing or resignation. This
turnover statistic is significant when
one considers that executive-level positions are
not only the most important positions
in the organization, but the positions that command
the largest amount of face-to-face
interview time. As such, one would expect that
people hired for executive positions
would have been the most heavily vetted candidates,
but yet the average tenure
of a top executive is more often a short "shelf
life." Added to this many CEOs are given
only about 20 months to show that a major decision
has paid off. So getting the hire
right the first time is important for both the
organization and the employee.
Today, personality assessments play a significant
role in the recruitment process and
through the use of reliable and valid behavioral
assessments organizations reap major
benefits. The right assessment can identify the
gap between employee work style and
job needs. Assessments can provide a road map
for recruitment of prospective employees
and the further development of essential traits
such as, leadership ability, individual
development, team communications and conflict
resolution. In turn, they can help the
employee to make better, more satisfying and successful
career choices.
 Certified
in the use of the Birkman Method we help leaders
realize their full potential, align to their greatest
capabilities, and enjoy more personal and professional
satisfaction.
Business Impacts from Using the Birkman for
Hiring Assessment
- Reduced turnover of employees on average by
50% across all engagements
- Reduced time to productivity for new hires
by 37%
- Significant reduction in hiring manager dis-satisfaction
- Increased employee morale and commitment
To learn more about the Birkman as a hiring tool
and the ability to create custom hiring targets
based on your companies culture, values, and past
success call us at (770) 685-1788.
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