Product Description

Today′s job market is tough; it′s dog–eat–dog, ruthless and competitive. Preparation is essential if you want to get the edge. As psychometric testing becomes standard for blue–chip companies to one–man bands this For Dummies guide could mean the difference between success and failure. 

As the world of HR embraces psychometric testing, more and more people are faced with the daunting prospect of having to sit these mysterious exams. The tests have become the standard way in which employers judge abilities – your capacity to work with numbers, words and diagrams; your attainment – what you actually know; and your personality – how you’re likely to act. Psychometric Testing For Dummies is the essential tool for being prepared and calm. The book takes readers step–by–step through each type of test, what to expect and how to prepare for them. It also offers over 850 sample questions to practice on.  Psychometric Testing For Dummies makes these notoriously difficult and confusing tests easy. 

Psychometric Testing For Dummies includes:

• Understanding why psychometric tests are used
• Detailed examination of numerical, verbal, technical and abstract tests
• Full explanation of personality tests
• How to deal with feedback
• Over 850 sample questions

About the Author:

Liam Healy is a British Psychological Society registered Chartered Occupational Psychologist. He is the Managing Director of CareerPsychologyCentre.com, a successful career guidance web site, and is a senior consultant with Liam Healy & Associates.

He has written numerous books and articles on the subject of psychometric testing. He develops and publishes psychometric tests for corporate clients globally, and helped to pioneer the use of the Internet in psychometric testing in the UK.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #16381 in Books
• Published on: 2008-04-18
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 290 pages

From the Back Cover
Taking a psychometric test? Don’t panic! This comprehensive guide walks you through numerical, verbal, abstract, technical ability, and personality assessment tests, showing you what to expect and how to prepare. Packed with over 1,000 practice questions and answers, alongside expert tips on staying calm and improving your performance, with this book you can feel confident on the day and stay one step ahead of the other candidates.

About the Author

Liam Healy is a leading occupational psychologist who publishes psychometric tests for major organisations worldwide.