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Is your pre-hire assessment predictive of performance?
Most hiring assessments claim to be science-backed. But how many truly predict performance? From personality profiles to gamified puzzles, pre-hire assessments have exploded in popularity. But for all the bells and buzzwords, most have a fundamental problem: they aren’t actually predictive of on-the-job performance. And if they’re not measuring what success looks like in your […]
How ThriveMap’s new reasonable adjustments feature is setting a new benchmark for inclusive hiring
Fear, unfair practices, and a lack of transparency – these are just a few of the reasons candidates with disabilities often hesitate to apply for jobs. Despite increased awareness around workplace diversity and inclusion, the recruitment process itself remains a significant barrier for many. Few assessment platforms offer clear pathways for reasonable adjustments, and even […]
Becoming a Skills-Based Organisation? Here’s How ThriveMap Can Help
The way organisations hire, develop, and structure their workforce is changing. With job titles becoming less predictive of performance and traditional CVs offering limited insight, more companies are shifting towards becoming skills-based organisations. But what does that actually mean, and how do you get there? Let’s break it down and explore how ThriveMap can support […]
Employee Selection Tests: Types, Tips, and Best Practices
In today’s job market, it’s not enough to rely solely on resumes and interviews to make hiring decisions. Employee selection tests are a useful tool to help employers make informed decisions about candidates. These tests measure job-related skills, knowledge, and abilities, and can provide valuable insight into a candidate’s potential for success in a role. […]
How Higgs LLP is identifying early careers legal talent with ThriveMap
At Higgs LLP, everything starts with people. For over a century, this Black Country-based law firm has been a cornerstone of legal expertise, built on a foundation of authenticity, inclusivity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. But for Higgs, the key to delivering exceptional results lies in a simple philosophy:“If we take care of our […]
Hiring Trends 2025: What matters and what doesn’t
The hiring landscape in 2025 is evolving rapidly. AI-generated applications are flooding inboxes, recruitment trends are shifting constantly, and every week a new “must-have” tool promises to revolutionise hiring. But which hiring trends in 2025 actually matter, and which are just noise? Chris Platts shared his predictions in our February newsletter: The rise of smarter […]
Zero-Hours Contract Hiring Practices: Why Businesses Must Rethink Overhiring in UK Employment Reforms
Zero-hours contracts have long been a go-to solution for businesses needing seasonal or flexible workers in a broad range of industries, including hospitality, healthcare, and retail. An estimated 1.1 million people in the UK are currently engaged under these contracts, with numbers rising sharply during peak hiring seasons. However, regulatory changes are set to challenge […]
Job Simulations 2025: The Future of Pre-Hire Assessments
As talent acquisition leaders and recruitment professionals, you constantly strive to identify the right fit for your organization. You desire a recruitment process that doesn’t just reveal a candidate’s abilities but also their compatibility with the job at hand. Enter Job Simulations, a game-changing element in pre-hire assessments. By diving into this informative blog post, […]
Mitie’s new approach to prison recruitment: Solving prison service attrition challenges with Realistic Job Assessments
The UK prison service is grappling with persistent recruitment and retention issues that undermine workforce stability and operational efficiency. Attrition rates reached 13.4% as of June 2023, highlighting the urgent need for innovative hiring practices. The expectation gap challenge The Efficiency Spotlight Report from the Criminal Justice Joint Inspection highlights critical challenges in the prison […]