Employee engagement levels continue to be tested in today’s workplace. The movement to have employees come back to the office has generally lowered these engagement levels to between 40%-60%! So, what is Employee Engagement? Employee engagement is more than just job satisfaction—it’s about employees being emotionally committed to their work and more, feel motivated, and […]
Understanding 3 Key Elements When Recruiting
Posted by on February 27, 2025.
One of the great challenges of identifying leaders with the potential for success is looking beyond the sum of their job experience to truly understand the approach they’ll bring to guiding their teams and shaping their organizations. In recruiting, determining each candidate’s job fit is crucial for success. Ensuring everyone is using the same language […]
Enhance Leadership Development Using Profiles CheckPoint 360°
Posted by on January 30, 2025.
Leadership development has become more vital than ever. Rapid technological advancements, hybrid work environments, and evolving workforce expectations demand adaptive and empathetic leaders. Amid these challenges, the Profiles, Inc. CheckPoint360° Feedback System stands out as a transformative tool, empowering leaders to thrive by providing actionable insights and fostering growth. The system provides many advantages that help improve […]
3 Ways to Effectively Integrate the Profiles Talent Management System
Posted by on December 30, 2024.
The Profiles Incorporated PXT Select™ Talent Management System is a comprehensive suite of assessment tools all utilizing similar language, designed to enhance your organization’s hiring, development, and retention strategies. By leveraging data-driven insights, it enables you to make informed decisions throughout the employee lifecycle. Key components of this system include the PXT Select Step One […]
Boost Employee Engagement with PXT Select Data and Reports
Posted by on November 26, 2024.
As we close out 2024 the employment market continues to be dramatically impacted by the ongoing transition of working from home, to a hybrid model, to a growing requirement to return to the office. Leaders continue to struggle with the level of employee engagement as a primary result of this tumultuous transition. Employee engagement is […]
8 Critical Culture & Sales Job Fit Skills to Gain Insight When Hiring
Posted by on October 30, 2024.
When evaluating candidates for sales roles, focusing on cultural fit and their proficiency in key sales skills is crucial. The Profiles Incorporated PXT Select Sales Reporting is a valuable tool that helps assess candidates’ abilities in eight critical sales skills. Additionally, you will have very specific feedback about how the candidates will deliver their skills and experiences […]
Recruit Top Talent Using Profiles PXT Select Sales Reports
Posted by on September 27, 2024.
In the competitive world of sales, finding the right talent is crucial for your company’s success. You need reps who are not just great at closing deals but are also a perfect fit for your team culture and goals. If you’re in the process of searching for salespeople, leveraging Profiles Incorporated PXT Select Sales Reports […]
The Dual Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Employment
Posted by on August 29, 2024.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the workplace in unprecedented ways. While headlines often focus on the potential for AI to reduce staff by automating routine tasks, the complete picture is much more nuanced. AI doesn’t just eliminate jobs; it also creates them. This dual impact is supported by the Profiles PXT Select Talent Management System, […]
Reducing Unconscious Bias in Hiring and Selection
Posted by on July 30, 2024.
It’s easy to rely on past experiences, beliefs, and instincts to make speedy hiring and selection decisions, but all three are one-way tickets for unconscious bias to enter your organization. The fact that unconscious bias is called “unconscious” is significant. These biases are deeply embedded in even the smallest everyday actions making them difficult to […]
Job Fit: Rising to Overcome Talent Disruption
Posted by on June 27, 2024.
Organizations everywhere are experiencing a profound disruption in the ways individuals interact and work. Many will find it tricky to understand and clearly map out a plan that can confidently carry them into the future. But, as we move toward imagining a post-pandemic era, organizations will need to meet the new demands for how we […]
How Hiring Assessments Can Help You Hire for the Future
Posted by on May 30, 2024.
It’s hard enough to make the right hiring decision in the moment, but don’t forget that people change, evolve, and adapt. You need to hire for the long haul. However, finding candidates who will be great hires not just today, but also tomorrow, isn’t exactly easy. So, how can you anticipate how someone will perform […]
Using Profiles PXT Select to Determine Manager-Employee Compatibility
Posted by on May 15, 2024.
The compatibility between managers and their employees is critical. Oftentimes the chemistry and personal fit is overlooked in the hiring process and when people end up leaving, they don’t typically quit the company they work for, they quit their boss. There is certainly no shortage of leadership advice available at your fingertips with a simple […]
The Cost of a Bad Hire (And How to Avoid it!)
Posted by on April 29, 2024.
Making the wrong hiring decision can be incredibly costly. The U.S. Department of Labor estimate the cost of a bad hire can be up to 30% of a first-year salary and up to 50% for managerial roles. When companies are in growth mode, it can be tempting to justify or write off these costs as […]
Profiles PXT Select Facts = Truth = Trust
Posted by on April 15, 2024.
Recently, I was listening to an interview with 2022 Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa. She was discussing the impact of social media on our society. Basically, she is saying that social media has been instrumental in fracturing society because it creates a forum where facts that are not true can be shared over and […]
8 Leadership Blind Spots and How to Avoid Them
Posted by on March 25, 2024.
Every leader is unique and brings their own style to leading and managing others. Successful leaders can help teams and organizations thrive; however, less effective leaders can negatively impact an organization and its people. Learn how to optimize your leadership style by avoiding these eight key blind spots: Poor Communication How to avoid it: Listen […]
AI, Today’s Job Market, and Profiles PXT Select
Posted by on January 30, 2024.
While talking with current and potential clients as we kick off 2024, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the hot topic of conversation. Organizations are all clamoring “How do we engage and incorporate AI into our company to keep up and/or surpass our competitors?” In addition, the current job market is in a real state of flux. […]
Why (And How) You Should Focus On Talent Mobility and Upskilling
Posted by on December 22, 2023.
Recruiting for a job opening can be a tedious and time-consuming process, but it doesn’t have to be. While your first instinct may be to look for external candidates, it’s to your advantage to look a little closer to home. Talent mobility and upskilling employees from within an organization is a crucial strategy for sustainable […]
Recruiting: Key Hiring Manager Competency
Posted by on October 30, 2023.
As the end of the year approaches, many organizations are thinking about their recruiting needs for 2024. I am often struck how ill-prepared most hiring managers are to recruit top talent. At Profiles Incorporated, we work closely with our clients to determine how our employee assessment tools, specifically the PXT Select, can ensure the leadership […]
Increase Employee Retention Using the PXT Select Portfolio
Posted by on September 29, 2023.
As we step into the 4th quarter of 2023 there is a noticeable uptick in the number of inquiries received for our Profiles Incorporated PXT Select product portfolio. This wide-ranging portfolio includes the PXT Select Talent Management assessment and the PXT Select Leadership Development technology, Checkpoint 360. Over the past month I have had several […]
Reducing Unconscious Bias in Hiring and Selection
Posted by on June 29, 2023.
It’s easy to rely on past experiences, beliefs, and instincts to make speedy hiring and selection decisions, but all three are one-way tickets for unconscious bias to enter your organization. The fact that unconscious bias is called “unconscious” is significant. These biases are deeply embedded in even the smallest everyday actions making them difficult to […]
Nurturing Leadership: Creating a Safe Haven for Employee Growth
Posted by on May 30, 2023.
In the dynamic landscape of modern workplaces, leadership plays a pivotal role in fostering an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and feel safe. A safe space is not just a physical concept; it encompasses emotional, psychological and professional aspects. In this blog, we will explore the significance of leadership in cultivating a safe haven […]
2022 PXT Select Assessment Annual Report
Posted by on April 28, 2023.
John Wiley and Sons, the parent company of Profiles Incorporated, has recently released the 2022 PXT Select Assessment annual report. We believe that fully understanding how people think and work will guide hiring managers to make the best decisions and in turn, create high performing work cultures. With the unemployment rate at a historical low […]
The Power of Using Data in the Hiring Process
Posted by on March 29, 2023.
Hiring managers strive to ensure their hiring process is fair and structured but are too often surprised by messier outcomes than expected. The same survey found that: Relying so heavily on instinct tends to crowd out other insights that truly do lead to better hires. Too much emphasis on instinct means too little consistency and […]
The Science Behind the PXT Select Assessment and Talent Management System
Posted by on February 28, 2023.
Today’s hiring environment is quite exuberant! Although the tech sector is currently experiencing a wave of layoffs, it represents a very small percentage overall. Then, in contrast, there are many other industries hiring at a furious rate. This results in intense competition for top talent. At Profiles, Inc. we have noticed a significant increase in […]
Enhance Your Talent Acquisition Efforts with PXT Select Assessments
Posted by on December 27, 2022.
Recently, I was listening to an interview with 2022 Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa. She was discussing the impact of social media on our society. Basically, she is saying that social media has been instrumental in fracturing society because it creates a forum where facts that are not true can be shared over and […]