According to a background paper on personality testing provided by the Society for Human Resource Management to its members, integrity testing has shown tangible results. A second study showed similar results in a home improvement center chain. Such tests are part of a growing trend to conduct personality testing when screening job candidates. The tests don't just gauge honesty. While the goal is to match the right employee with the right job, not every measurement yields valid results.
Personality has many dimensions and affects job performance in different ways.
You should consider what characteristics are important for what jobs, or even what aspect of a job. Ethical and legal considerations Testing also has ethical and legal considerations. Such screening is illegal under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Your best bet is to work with a professional provider to develop a customized predictor of success for your company s specific hiring needs. It may be also helpful to consult with an employment attorney.