Understanding Assessment Tools for Better Hiring and Stronger Teams

Presented by Melanie Kearsey and Tania Hewlett-O’Neill

Assessment tools can feel a bit mysterious when you first come across them. There are personality profiles, behavioural tests, cognitive assessments, values tools, and everything in between. With so many options in the market, it can be hard to know what is legit, what is useful, and what actually makes a difference in real workplaces.

In this practical one-hour session, our Senior HR Advisor, Melanie Kearsey and Tania Hewlett-O’Neill will break down the world of assessment tools in a simple and down-to-earth way. You will learn what they are designed to do, when to use them, and how they can help you hire, develop, and support your people with more confidence.

We will walk through the most common types of tools, how they work behind the scenes, and what they can and cannot tell you. You will also get an overview of two tools we use at Strawberry Seed, Facet5 and DISC, so you can see how different styles of assessments work in real practice.

Whether you are new to assessments or looking to understand them a bit more deeply, this session will give you the clarity you need to use them well and avoid the common mistakes businesses make when choosing or interpreting tools.

Key Takeaways

  • Understand the different categories of assessment tools and what each one measures
  • Learn when assessments help and when they are not the right fit
  • Explore practical examples of how tools support recruitment, development, and team communication
  • Get a clear overview of Facet5 and DISC, including how they work and when we use them
  • Feel more confident choosing tools that match your purpose, your budget, and your team

As always, this session is designed for busy business owners and people managers who want useful insights without the jargon. Feel free to join us with a cuppa, take a breath, and get ready to demystify the world of assessments.

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