Understanding Personality Testing in the Workplace with Dr. Clinton Kelly

16/05/2024 50 min Episodio 2
Understanding Personality Testing in the Workplace with Dr. Clinton Kelly

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Understanding Personality Testing in the Workplace with Dr. Clinton KellyThis podcast episode from 'Testing, Testing 1, 2, 3' explores the intricacies of personality testing in the workplace, featuring Jenny Arnez from TestGenius, Mike Callen, VP of Products at TestGenius, and Dr. Clinton Kelly from ioPredict. They discuss the differences between popular personality tests like Myers-Briggs and those used for employment selection, emphasizing the critical nature of using scientifically validated tests. Dr. Kelly explains the role of industrial and organizational psychology in hiring and promotion, detailing the development, validity, and application of workplace personality assessments. The episode also covers legal and practical considerations for employers, including the Uniform Guidelines on employee selection procedures and the concept of validity transportability. Listeners gain insights into selecting appropriate tests and utilizing test results responsibly in hiring decisions.Resources mentioned:ioPredict: www.iopredict.comUniform Guidelines: www.uniformguidelines.comUniform Guidelines Section 7bTestGenius: www.TestGenius.comCritiCall Dispatcher Testing Software: www.criticall911.comEpisode Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests00:26 Dr. Clinton Kelly's Background and Expertise01:29 Mike Callen's Role and TestGenius Overview02:32 Diving into Personality Testing in the Workplace09:53 Understanding Validity in Personality Testing14:38 Designing and Validating Effective Personality Tests19:36 Post-Hire Uses of Personality Tests and Final Thoughts22:35 Debunking Myths Around Test Taking23:13 The Importance of Objective Selection Processes23:57 Exploring Personality Assessments for Employers24:14 Custom vs. Off-the-Shelf Personality Tests25:34 Understanding Different Types of Personality Tests26:47 Ensuring Test Validity and Applicant Satisfaction32:29 The Role of Subscale Scores in Personality Testing39:11 Navigating Legal and Defensibility Aspects of Personality Testing41:36 Leveraging Uniform Guidelines for Test Validity47:42 Concluding Remarks and Future Discussions