There's a lot of conflicting information out there about personality testing in the workplace. Some respected sources say that personality assessments aren't of any use in hiring. Other sources, just as respected, say they're essential. … read more

Imagine a baseball team made up of only pitchers. They could all have Cy Young awards, but your team isn't going to get many hits - and won't win many games. Instead, a team needs to have a mix of talent. You need a good pitcher, but also good batters and fielders. … read more

'Fit' is sometimes seen as a nebulous quality: either you have it or you don't, and the only way to screen for it is to go with your gut. But that's actually a recipe for poor hiring decisions. … read more

Can your personality really affect your career success? Absolutely. Decades of research have found that some personality traits are correlated with higher salaries, more frequent promotions, and other measures of success. … read more

Once seen as a relic akin to punch-card computer matchmaking, up to three-fifths of workers are now asked to take workplace assessments, according to the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM). … read more