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Work sample assessments: why they outperform traditional hiring methods
Most hiring assessments try to predict performance. Work sample assessments don’t predict it.They observe it directly. And the data is increasingly clear: candidates trust them more, see them as fairer, and perform better when they’re used properly. What is a work sample assessment? A work sample assessment is a hiring method where candidates complete tasks […]
Pre-hire assessment completion rates & candidate drop-off by industry
What 200,000+ candidate journeys reveal about how hiring performance changes across sectors Why do candidates complete nearly every assessment in some industries — but never even start them in others? At first glance, the explanation seems obvious. Different sectors have different candidates, different expectations, or different hiring challenges. But analysis of more than 200,000 pre-hire […]
AI Detection: A Small Feature That Solves a Growing Problem in Hiring
One of the biggest shifts in hiring over the past year hasn’t been a new tool, it’s been behaviour. Candidates are increasingly using AI to help them prepare, practise, and sometimes even complete pre-hire assessments. It’s understandable. The tools are accessible, the pressure to perform is high, and the line between “preparation” and “assistance” is […]
Traditional vs Realistic Recruitment
Most hiring teams are under pressure to improve time-to-fill.That makes sense, open roles create real operational pain. But speed doesn’t tell you whether the person who accepted the role will still be there in three weeks. And when candidates aren’t a good fit, it shows through early attrition, retraining costs, frustrated managers, and leadership asking: […]