Calm candidates perform better on tests used to screen job applicants
Monday, November 4, 2013 - 13:00
in Psychology & Sociology
Applying for a job can be stressful at the best of times and even more so in today's very competitive job market. For some it is especially daunting when standardized tests -- a proven tool in the selection process -- are required. A new study shows that candidates' reactions impact their performance on the test and on the job, but don't change the ability of the tests to reliably predict job performance.