In this episode, hosts Mike Callen and Jenny Arnez of Biddle Consulting Group's TestGenius podcast, address common concerns and misconceptions about testing in recruitment. They explain that many elements of the hiring process are inherently tests, distinguish between subjective and objective measures, and discuss the importance of ensuring tests' validity and consistency with business necessity. The hosts highlight the benefits of using skill and ability tests, personality tests and situational judgment tests to improve hiring effectiveness, employee engagement, and defensibility. Real-world examples and detailed explanations reinforce the crucial role of testing in creating a fair and efficient recruitment process.Notice:This podcast is a presentation of Biddle Consulting Group, Inc., the publishers of TestGenius. The topics covered in this podcast are sometimes controversial, and pertain to an often-changing landscape. The opinions expressed of the hosts and guests are their own, and may not align with those of the organization for which they work. None of the conversation or resources shared on this podcast should be construed to be legal advice. As a best practice, if you have concerns over these issues or opinions expressed, you should explore them with an attorney or other expert. 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimers00:55 Meet the Hosts01:13 Today's Topic: You Say You Don't Test02:21 Understanding TestGenius and Testing03:39 The Importance of Skill and Ability Testing04:16 Real-Life Conversations and Misconceptions05:00 Point 1: Everything in Recruitment is a Test05:45 Historical Context: Griggs vs. Duke Power10:13 Job Postings and Adverse Impact16:52 Job Applications and Adverse Impact19:50 Various Types of Tests in Recruitment26:15 Adverse Impact vs. Disparate Impact28:45 Subjective vs. Objective Measures31:42 Ensuring Fairness in the Hiring Process32:08 The Role of Subjective Measures in Recruitment34:15 The Importance of Optics in Recruitment36:29 Work Sample Tests: Benefits and Realistic Job Previews40:30 Ensuring Validity in Testing44:15 The Critical Role of Paper Trails50:21 Addressing Concerns About Testing56:28 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsResources:- TestGenius: www.testgenius.com- Biddle Consulting Group: www.biddle.com- CritiCall: www.criticall911.com

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