In regard to these utterly RIDICULOUS psychometric tests used by employers for job applicants, I have just been left utterly FUMING and DISGUSTED, as I have just been knocked back by an employer because I did not "meet the criteria". This is just MADNESS, as I had ALL the clerical experience needed for the job, but they turned me down just because I didn't score high enough on these STUPID STUPID tests!!!
Isn't it about time these employers were made to scrap these tests, and go back to the days when experience counted?
I am still feeling utterly sick and disgusted at this rejection!
2007-10-08 02:33:55 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
I dont know if this will make you feel better, but I did my university dissertation on these types of tests to find out if they are a valid tool in recruitment and selection. The truth that my research proved was that even the people who are administering the tests do not beleive in them.
Tests showed the same person can score completly differently taking the same test one month later, it all depends on how you feel that particular day. These tests are all over the internet and if you research the company you are applying to you will be able to gauge what they are looking for and give appropriate answers.
Its just a way that companies use to sift without discrimination in this day and age so dont take any personal offence, it was a computer that rejected you not a person. Good luck and dont stop trying!
2007-10-09 05:22:14 · answer #1 · answered by Froggy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whilst these tests may have some value, perhaps in helping to reduce huge groups of applicants at the first sift. I have to agree that they are not a great tool for discovering the finer points of a candidates qualities.
My view is that interviewers often lack the correct training themselves to interview effectively. They find themselves involved in the recruitment process as a result of seniority rather than specific training for the task.
On the other side of the coin, Some companies only use someone from their Human Resources Dept, who whilst good at weeding out the less capable applicants, often lack the role specific knowledge to ensure that the experienced candidates don't get overlooked.
Don't give up, understand that Psychometric testing is somewhat standardised. Get on line, research the testing methods used, learn them well. Then at your next interview tell them what they want to hear and blow them away! Good Hunting!!
2007-10-08 02:50:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have my deepest sympathy - this whole system is complete and utter bullshit. You are right to be angry.
I'm looking for a job at the moment as my last one fell through (I'm a teacher) Iv'e just come back from Tajikistan and am completely broke because the school wouldn't pay my wages beacuse I wanted to leave and the bastard on passport control took all the money I had to or they were not going to let me out the country. So I'm broke. Before all this nonsense I could have walked into any supermarket and got a job shelf stacking or on the check out, just to keep me going - but now - not a chance. They wouldn't touch me with a barge pole because I'm overqualified and am not interested in shelf stacking as my life's true goal. I shall have to sign on the dole instead - total madness!
Good luck, mate.
2007-10-08 02:48:25 · answer #3 · answered by cobra 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We at Networkrail not only have Psychometric Tests for new applicants...they make you take them if you want to move to a higher grade.....AND you have to have an interview.
I know that the system is supposed to treat everyone fairly....
But when it gets to the interview stage you can be asked more difficult questions if "your face don't fit".
Someone I know did quite well at the testing....has been on the railways for 30 years...and applied for a higher grade job.
But it went to a 20 year old guy who'd only been on the railway for 6 months.............could it be because his father in law is now his manager?
I think experience should count more than tests....
I know people who are brilliant at tests...but crap at their job!
2007-10-08 03:27:24 · answer #4 · answered by AdelleStevens 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ah ya they are a pain, ive been doin quite a lot of them myself recently. But i suppose they have to be done so that employers can say no-one was discriminated against & everyone had to do the same thing.
Just have to read up on them & do a few examples before goin into test
2007-10-08 02:52:02 · answer #5 · answered by foxychick 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
So you didn't get the job then.
They're designed to test your aptitude for the job - and as proof that the employer hasn't unfairly discriminated against anyone. Many firms haven't a clue how they work, so it's easy to cheat. Learn a bit more about psychometric testing (there's plenty about it on the internet) and treat it as a game where you've got to beat the interviewer.
2007-10-08 02:39:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Alan, commiserations mate. Of course they are crap but the people who set and use them obviously think they are the business. In this day and age experience and common sense take a back seat, pseudo-science rules. Good Luck
2007-10-08 02:37:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not really, I think they are probably a better way at judging someone than an interview as candidates are less affected by nerves than when put on the spot by a panel people
2016-04-07 21:18:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not fair, whats wrong with a good old face to face interview. I wouldnt worry about it, company are probably arseholes to work for.
2007-10-08 02:44:04 · answer #9 · answered by Annie M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i know its terrible, i have also noticed how hard it is to get a one 2 one interview on a job now a days as you said its all questionaires and tests
2007-10-08 02:37:14 · answer #10 · answered by mizzmamma 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋