Book : Psychometric Tests For Dummies - Healy, Liam

-Titulo Original : Psychometric Tests For Dummies

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For Dummies

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Todays job market is tough; its dog-eat-dog, ruthless and competitive. Preparation is essential if you want to get the edge. As psychometric testing becomes standard for blue-chip companies to one-man bands this For Dummies guide could mean the difference between success and failure. As the world of HR embraces psychometric testing, more and more people are faced with the daunting prospect of having to sit these mysterious exams. The tests have become the standard way in which employers judge abilities - your capacity to work with numbers, words and diagrams; your attainment - what you actually know; and your personality - how you’re likely to act. Psychometric Testing For Dummies is the essential tool for being prepared and calm. The book takes readers step-by-step through each type of test, what to expect and how to prepare for them. It also offers over 850 sample questions to practice on. Psychometric Testing For Dummies makes these notoriously difficult and confusing tests easy. Psychometric Testing For Dummies includes:Understanding why psychometric tests are usedDetailed examination of numerical, verbal, technical and abstract testsFull explanation of personality testsHow to deal with feedbackOver 850 sample questions From the Inside Flap Learn to:Prepare yourself to succeedScore higher on verbal and numerical ability testsTake on abstract ability and technical ability tests with confidenceTackle each type of test with plenty of practiceBe fully prepared and realise your full potentialTaking a psychometric test? With the proper preparation you can face it with confidence. Written by a professional test designer, this book arms you with everything you need to confidently tackle your test session. It walks you through typical numerical, verbal, abstract, technical ability, and personality tests, explaining why and how theyre used, how theyre structured and how to avoid common slip-ups. It also supplies you with more than 1,000 practice questions and answers, along with essential tips on keeping calm, boosting your performance and passing with flying colours. Take the mystery out of tests - get the lowdown on the abilities and characteristics the tests measure, why and how recruiters use them and how the results are interpretedPrepare yourself properly - find out how best to prepare for a psychometric test session both intellectually and emotionallyStay calm - discover proven techniques for minimizing stress and keeping your confidence highReach your potential - learn how to deal with each type of test, and use the 1,000 practice questions to hone your skillsGet the most from the experience - make sense of post-test feedback and learn to use that information to assist you in your ongoing career developmentOpen the book and find:How to understand psychometric tests and their purposeWhat psychometric tests measure and whyWays to stay calm and composed during test sessionsWhat to expect from each abiltity testWhat to expect on personality testsDozens of practice testsTips on dealing with online testingHow to make sense of post-test feedback From the Back Cover Learn to:Prepare yourself to succeedScore higher on verbal and numerical ability testsTake on abstract ability and technical ability tests with confidenceTackle each type of test with plenty of practiceBe fully prepared and realise your full potentialTaking a psychometric test? With the proper preparation you can face it with confidence. Written by a professional test designer, this book arms you with everything you need to confidently tackle your test session. It walks you through typical numerical, verbal, abstract, technical ability, and personality tests, explaining why and how theyre used, how theyre structured and how to avoid common slip-ups. It also supplies you with more than 1,000 practice questions and answers, along with essential tips on keeping calm, boosting your performance and passing with flying colo