Category Archives: Reclutamiento General

Difference between Recruitment and Selection

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Although widely used, the terms "recruitment" and "selection" are sometimes used synonymously, they are in fact two different stages of a complete recruitment and selection process. In this article,... Read more

The 16pf test and its use in Personnel Selection

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The 16PF Test, or the 16PF Factor Personality Questionnaire, was developed by Raymon Cattell at the University of Illinois in 1943. It is based on the trait theory of Allport and Odbert. They... Read more

Tips for a good Job Interview

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Interviewing and hiring new talent can be a challenge for some recruiters; as a recruiter, you may have found yourself more than once faced with the task of finding someone with the right talent and... Read more

Personnel Selection Techniques

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Personnel selection is a decision-making process which principal objective is to predict the future performance of potential employees. This process can be carried out through the use of different... Read more

Psychometric Tests used in Recruiting

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Many companies use psychometric tests for personnel recruitment, about 18% of companies use these tests (according to a survey conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management). However,... Read more

Courses and Certifications for Recruiters

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As professionals in recruitment and selection, it is crucial to keep updated with the latest strategies and technological advances. Developing new skills related to the field in which we operate is... Read more

When to use Intelligence Tests in Recruiting

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Intelligence testing is used in many selection processes, but its use has long been questioned for many reasons. The first questionings were based on the concern to discriminate in case the test... Read more

Intelligence Tests

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Intelligence Tests have more than a hundred years of history, being one of the most widely used psychometric tests. The first ones were used in France to identify students who might need more support... Read more

Types of Psychometric Tests

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There are roughly two types of psychometric testing: the aptitude or ability test and those focused on personality or affinity. Aptitude tests aim to measure the person's level of competence or... Read more