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Transforming Assessments into Engaging Recruitment Experiences

July, 2023 — Written by Cindy Wijaya & Trineke Haruko

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Engaging Assessments That Showcase Talent and Elevate Candidate Experience

In this fast-paced era, assessments have become an integral part of the recruitment process. These assessments serve as the gateway for candidates to showcase their potential and competencies, allowing recruiters to thoroughly evaluate their suitability for specific roles within the company. Assessments hold immense importance as it provides an objective and valid basis for evaluating each candidate. Consequently, the company can effectively map candidates and identify the most productive talent to drive efficient talent management.

But let's face it, most assessment will take at least two hours to complete and to sit in front of a screen for hours on end can be quite exhausting to some people. Fear not, for we have a solution that will not only make the process more engaging but also enhance the overall recruitment experience.

Introducing a diverse range of assessment methods that go beyond the conventional approach. Let's explore some exciting options that you can consider implementing in your recruitment process:

  1. Prioritize problems
  2. As you ascend the corporate ladder, your responsibilities multiply. Learn to identify what truly matters and prioritize accordingly, ensuring efficient use of your time and resources. Not everything required immediate attention.

  3. Uncover the root cause and explore related factors
  4. Critical thinking is the backbone of effective leadership. Dig deep to uncover the underlying causes of problems and explore the variables that may be intertwined. By understanding the broader context, you can develop effective and comprehensive solutions.

  5. Evaluate consequences and stakeholders’ agendas
  6. Leaders must weigh the impact of their decisions on various stakeholders. Assess both positive and negative outcomes before presenting your recommendations. Ensure that your actions align with the interests of the organization and its stakeholders.

  7. Possess organizational awareness and ownership
  8. Great leaders transcend personal interests. They act in the best interest of the organization, considering how their decisions impact the overall success. Actions should be taken for the greater good, not just personal gain.

  9. Transfer knowledge effectively
  10. Master the art of communication. When conveying information from your team to higher-ups, you must know what’s vital and how to communicate it appropriately. By providing your superiors with essential data and eliminating unnecessary variables, you streamline the decision-making process.

By infusing these interactive activities into the assessment stage, we transform it into an engaging experience that captivates candidates from start to finish. Not only does this make the assessment less conspicuous and tiring, but it also contributes significantly to the employer branding of your company. By providing a positive and enjoyable recruitment experience, candidates develop a favorable perception of your company, enhancing its reputation in the market.

Hashella Kostan
Consultant for Assessment and Learning | hashella@ambiz.com

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