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Is it legal for employers to give applicants pre-employment assessments?

Not sure about the use of pre-employment assessments in the hiring process? Get the ins and outs from one of our scientists.

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Management skills for talent optimizers
Hiring
12 min read

20 management skills for talent optimizers

As a talent optimizer, you need to master diverse leadership and management skills. You might be naturally adept at some of the following skills—but developing competency in others will force you to stretch beyond your comfort level to close gaps. While it won’t be easy, doing that important work will set you up to be…

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Hiring the whole candidate is key to a sound talent strategy.
Hiring
7 min read

8 hiring process steps we recommend (and model at PI)

At The Predictive Index, we pride ourselves on modeling best hiring practices using the PI solution and talent optimization.  As we work with clients in the implementation stage, they find it helpful to hear how we use PI in our own hiring process. Here’s an insider’s look at how we leverage behavioral and cognitive data to…

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Account Managers at PI working
Hiring
5 min read

This is what makes a great accountant extra successful

There are certain behavioral traits that are common to all great accountants, whether the person is an individual tax professional or a CFO of a multibillion-dollar company.  Great accountants are detail-oriented, of course, or “high D” in Predictive Index speak. They must be thorough and precise—and comfortable living within rules and guidelines, thank you AICPA. (If…

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Hiring
11 min read

How to hire a top-performing project manager

Fulfilling the point-person role to see projects through to fruition, project managers must be up for the challenge of spearheading necessary tasks and taking the fall if something goes wrong. A good project manager can be the difference between meeting deadlines, budget and, scope requirements and failing to meet expectations. With so much at stake,…

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HR can be a strategic partner
People Management
4 min read

HR as a strategic partner: collaborating for success

The best HR professionals aren’t the compliance officers of old: they’re strategic partners in planning, org design, and driving the business to success.

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financial services worker
Hiring
4 min read

With labor shortages affecting the financial services sector, it pays to plan ahead.

As tempting as it may be to fill a position with a “good enough” candidate, in the long run, it pays to hold out for the right candidate. That’s especially true right now when a growing shortage of skilled labor is affecting the financial services sector. A 2018 study by Korn Ferry predicted a worldwide…

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don't make a rushed hiring decision - hire smart by taking your time
Hiring
5 min read

Smart hiring: Don’t make a hasty decision to fill an empty seat.

When you’re building a team, you don’t just want to fill a seat—you want to find the right person, and you want to do it fast. But rushing into hiring can be a huge mistake. Because while finding the right person takes time and can be costly, filling the position with the wrong candidate costs…

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human resources manager at desk
Hiring
9 min read

How to hire a top-performing human resources manager

A human resources manager plays a critical role in any business. As one of the people responsible for bringing in and retaining your greatest business asset—your talent—your HR manager must understand your culture, have a knack for finding top performers, and be business-savvy. A good HR manager is strategic, a superb communicator, a proficient problem…

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Accountants working in office
Hiring
13 min read

How to hire a top-performing accountant

An accountant is vital to ensuring your organization maintains accurate financial statements and records. Operating a business without strong bookkeeping is like driving a race car with a blindfold on. You can’t measure your progress—and you could very well end up in a wreck if the IRS decides to audit you. With so much at…

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diverse employee stands outside workplace
Hiring
5 min read

How to increase workplace diversity with employee referrals

Vinayak Ranade is the Founder and CEO of Drafted, an innovative referral hiring solution.  Employee referrals are known to result in more efficient hiring. As you can see in the below SlideShare, U.S. companies hire 29 percent of their workforce through referrals—and at least 88 percent of employers love employee referrals. At companies like Ernst & Young,…

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HR manager talks with employee
People Management
4 min read

5 inspiring human resources quotes for HR professionals

As a leader, you should always strive for continuous learning and personal development. One smart habit to adopt is a morning routine: highest achievers have one. Try waking up early to begin the day with positive thoughts and some reading to help you improve yourself. Here are five inspirational HR quotes to get your day…

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sales manager coaches sales account executive
Hiring
11 min read

How to hire a sales manager for a top-performing team

When hiring sales managers, don’t leave it to guesswork. Instead, use smart hiring practices to identify candidates who are likely to be a great fit.

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A recruiter interviews a candidate during the candidate selection process.
Hiring
12 min read

How to hire a top-performing customer service representative

Offering great customer service is a huge competitive advantage. After a positive interaction, people become loyal to your brand—and they refer you to their friends because they trust you’ll do right by them, too. On the flip side, one negative interaction can cost you someone’s business forever. With so much at stake, you can’t afford…

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Hiring
10 min read

How to hire a top-performing loan officer

If you need to hire a loan officer you’re not alone. The position is in demand and companies are fighting one another to attract the best talent. According to the BLS, the need for these financial professionals is on the rise, with 11 percent job growth expected between now and 2026.  Algorithms can determine any…

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