Nikky van Bommel is the Marketing Director for Big 5 Assessments and has worked in the Psychometric Testing industry for over 10 years. Nikky is responsible for all marketing and social media for the organisation.
Psychometric tests can be an invaluable tool during the recruitment process, but many people still don’t know what they are for or how they work. Increasing numbers of recruiters and HR managers are seeing the benefits of psychometric testing, but there are still many more who don’t fully understand what psychometrics are and just how […]
A good vocabulary is crucial in many roles, and vocabulary tests are a key tool in the recruitment process. In virtually every industry and every company, there are roles which require individuals to have a broad vocabulary which allows them to communicate ideas coherently. Sometimes candidates with the strongest vocabularies do not come across well […]
We’ve started a new tradition here at Big 5 Assessments of highlighting a “Reseller of the Month.” With so many resellers (we now have over 20 resellers around the globe ), it’s hard to choose just one, but February’s honour goes to (drum roll, please) …People Traits We first started working with Paul Logan founder of People […]
All too often, recruitment decisions are based entirely on how well a candidate comes across on paper, but when HR departments are blinded by glittering CVs, they can often let some real gems slip past unnoticed. When it comes to finding the best candidates, there are far more accurate ways of measuring how well potential […]
Thinking of using psychometric testing? Here are TEN REASONS why we stand out from the crowd.. You’ll have your own requirements for what you are looking for in your choice of a testing provider. We’re confident we can match and exceed those requirements and here are a few things that make us a unique choice: […]
Did you know… More than 75% of Fortune 500 companies utilize psychometric profiling in recruitment. We’ve put together ten reasons why everyone should use Psychometric Assessments! (1) You’ll reduce hiring mistakes The recruitment process is costly and making a hiring mistake can prove to be even more costly – in fact, the true cost of a bad hire is […]
We’ve started a new tradition here at Big 5 Assessments of highlighting a “Reseller of the Month.” With so many resellers (we now have over 20 resellers around the globe ), it’s hard to choose just one, but November’s honour goes to (drum roll, please) …Sticky People We first started working with Neil Eastwood founder of Sticky People 4 […]
Bias in the recruitment process can have far-reaching consequences, but there are things recruiters can do to minimise the chances of making poor decisions. There is no escaping the fact that however open-minded we may be, we all have our own set of in-built prejudices and biases. Our upbringings, personalities and life experiences all influence […]
You might well be thinking, what does an apple core have to do with people and their personal development? So let’s explain… Whether interviewing a prospective employee, considering why a colleague or friend prefers to behave in a certain way (perhaps in a very different way from yourself), or reflecting on your own behavioural style […]
We’ve started a new tradition here Big 5 Assessments of highlighting a “Client of the Month.” With so many awesome customers, it’s hard to choose just one, but October’s honor goes to (drum roll, please) …Telogical Systems. We first started working with Telogical Systems a year ago and felt it was about time to put […]
As the Worker Protection Act 2024 comes into effect, HR professionals face a pivotal opportunity to reassess and enhance their recruitment strategies. While compliance with new regulations is crucial, the focus shouldn’t solely be on ticking boxes. Instead, it’s time to pivot towards a more profound and transformative approach: hiring for attitude. The Conventional Recruitment […]
Worker Protection Act: Juggling Speed and Compliance
As HR professionals dive into the new Worker Protection Act 2024, one challenge stands out: balancing the urgent need to fill positions with the meticulous compliance requirements. Let’s break down why this can be a real nail-biter. Competing Priorities HR teams often race against the clock to fill roles and keep the business running. But […]
Ready or Not: Is Your Hiring Process Compliant with the Worker Protection Act 2024?
With the new Worker Protection Act 2024 on the horizon, HR professionals face several compliance challenges in recruitment. Here are the top 10 issues you need to tackle: To stay ahead, HR teams need to update software, revamp processes, and stay on top of legislative changes. Are you ready?
The 2024 Worker Protection Act: Your HR Game Plan for Success
The Worker Protection Act of 2024 introduces new requirements aimed at enhancing employee rights and workplace safety. For HR professionals, compliance with this legislation can present several challenges. Here are the top 10 problems you might face: To effectively manage these challenges, HR professionals may need to invest in additional resources, seek legal guidance, and […]
Protect Your People: Building Anti-Harassment Policies that Work
Sexual harassment at work is a serious issue that damages employee well-being and opens companies up to legal trouble. For HR professionals in the UK, having rock-solid policies to prevent and address harassment isn’t just a tick-box exercise – it’s crucial for protecting your staff and your organization. What Counts as Sexual Harassment? The Equality […]