31 Aug 2025

Multi-tasking
Working memory—our ability to hold and manipulate information in real-time—is a fundamental cognitive skill that underpins many aspects of workplace performance. Modern psychometric tests can accurately assess working memory, offering employers a critical tool to predict job success, especially in roles demanding multitasking, information processing, and rapid decision-making. This blog ...

13 Aug 2025

RightPeople's Intelligence Tests
The Cattell-Horn-Carroll theory of cognitive abilities (CHC) has become the foundation for most modern intelligence testing and many educational assessment practices. In simple terms, CHC provides a map of human intelligence – breaking it down into broad abilities like fluid reasoning, comprehension knowledge, memory, processing speed, and more. From 2020 to 2025, this theory’s influence...

17 Jun 2025

rightpeople candidate testing
In an increasingly competitive business environment, accurately identifying and harnessing talent has become essential for organisational success. At RightPeople, APAC's leading provider of psychometric and skills testing, we have consistently set the standard in our industry, offering unparalleled accuracy, innovation, and expertise. Our advanced use of artificial intelligence (AI) and ...

19 Mar 2025

graduate psychometric test
In the highly competitive landscape of graduate recruitment, employers are constantly seeking ways to identify the most suitable candidates for their organisations. Traditional methods such as reviewing academic achievements and conducting interviews provide valuable insights, but they often fail to offer a comprehensive evaluation of a candidate’s potential. One of the most effective to...

01 Feb 2024

Big Five Nervous Stress
In the fast-paced and competitive landscape of the modern workplace, understanding the intricacies of individual personalities is crucial for fostering a productive and harmonious environment. One valuable tool in this endeavour is the Big Five Personality Traits model, which provides a framework for comprehending various facets of human personality. Among these traits, the Nervous Stres...

07 Oct 2023

Introduction: In today's competitive job market, organisations are constantly seeking ways to identify the most qualified candidates for their teams. Cognitive tests have emerged as a valuable tool in the recruitment process, enabling employers to assess the cognitive abilities of potential employees. By measuring various aspects of cognition, these tests provide valuable insights int...

16 Apr 2023

OCEAN BIG FIVE
The rise of hybrid and remote work has led to a performance disparity among employees in similar roles. Some workers thrive outside of the traditional office setting, while others struggle to be productive despite similar home office arrangements and talent levels. These differences can frustrate managers, leading to a general mistrust of employee productivity outside of the office. To o...

13 Mar 2023

Cognitive testing
Cognitive ability tests are an important tool in the recruitment process, as they provide valuable insights into a candidate's mental abilities and potential job performance. These tests measure an individual's cognitive skills, including their ability to learn, reason, problem-solve, and adapt to new situations. In this blog, we will explore the benefi...

06 Feb 2023

Cognitive ability tests
The Big Five Personality Traits, also known as the Five Factor Model, is a widely recognized and researched theory in psychology that describes human personality as five broad dimensions: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism. Openness, one of the five traits, is a crucial aspect of personality that describes an indiv...