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It’s been a minute since I ranted on personality tests. But today I was reminded there is no bottom.
Personality tests are the new astrology. A plausible sounding pseudoscience that attempts to reduce the complexity of the human mind into easily digestible stereotypes. They give people the false confidence needed to make questionable personnel decisions. Their ultimate goal is to sell more tests.
More simply: it’s a hustle.
Why personality tests are dumb:
I’ve known a lot of successful recruiters in my life. They’re all extremely different. If they can do the job, they can do the job.
So about this image:
Yes, a professional contact and friend of mine, who is a Head of People, received this as a rejection letter. I cannot divulge who as they are looking for a new role and currently employed.
But safe to say: the reason why we became friends is largely because this person is very knowledgeable, outspoken, and assertive. The exact opposite of how the ‘assessment’ went.
And yes, this served as the rejection letter. The only person who failed the test is the person who sent it.
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In this episode of Beyond the Offer, hosts Rosanna Snediker and Bill Gates welcome Katie Stapor, VP and Director of Talent at FCB Chicago. Katie shares her journey at FCB, where she started in 2011 and earned seven promotions. She reflects on her unexpected path into HR, the power of relationships, and the ever-evolving workplace. The conversation covers adapting to business demands, innovative internship recruitment, transitioning from recruiting to HR, and the value of in-person training and mentorship. Katie also offers career advice for new graduates and insights into the shifting job market.
Episode 11