Times have changed, but personality as a predictor of job success continues to be questioned. Rightly so, it remains a controversial and scrutinized part of the organizational sciences.

Research shows asking a candidate to describe the skills and personality of others is a more reliable way to assess their own skills and personality.

For example, literally thousands of studies have shown that trait conscientiousness predicts job performance. There is also robust evidence that personality traits predict job satisfaction.

One tool to use is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). "Your MBTI type doesn’t necessarily predict job performance, your skills or ability to do the job, but our research shows that it does ...

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Employers are overwhelmed with job applications and leaning more on a particular hiring tool. Cognitive and personality tests are becoming mainstream, hiring test providers told BI.