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Although it\u2019s one of the stages that often causes the most discomfort and insecurity during the selection process, the reality is that it\u2019s one of the most important
stages, and it holds significant weight in the final decision.
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When we talk about this type of evaluation, opinions vary. The most common beliefs are that they are outdated methods, lack scientific validity, or that the interview and resume alone should be enough. However, psychotechnical evaluation tools have a long history, and their methods continue to be revised and updated to this day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A bit of history: In the first half of the 20th century, in Germany and the UK, these evaluations began to be used in military and public administration settings, where psychometrics applied to personnel selection focused on cognitive skills and practical aptitudes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, during World War I, psychotechnical evaluations measured soldiers\u2019 cognitive abilities, identifying those with the best reasoning and leadership skills and assigning them specific roles (such as logistics, command, tactical operations, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n In public administration, psychotechnical tests were applied to select employees who could perform specific tasks, particularly in technical, industrial, and administrative sectors. These tests evaluated skills like mental agility, problem-solving ability, and numerical aptitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Later in Germany, figures like Hermann Rorschach (famous for the \u201cinkblot test\u201d that bears his name) began to develop and apply tests to measure psychological characteristics of individuals, delving not only into aptitude, IQ, and practical aspects but also into emotional, relational, and communication skills \u2014 what we now call \u201cSoft Skills.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n It was in the 1920s and 1930s that psychometric tests started to be more frequently used in the general workforce, beyond the military and public administration. Companies, especially in more technical and specialized sectors, began adopting psychometric methods to evaluate candidates\u2019 cognitive abilities, aiming to use a more scientifically objective method and to avoid the biases of more subjective methods, such as interviews or personal recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Psychotechnical Evaluations in the 21st Century<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, psychotechnical evaluations are still fundamental tools in the hiring process, but their purpose and applications have evolved considerably. Companies now use them to evaluate a wide range of aspects related to skills, personality, and cultural fit. Depending on the position, the most commonly assessed aspects include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This evolution has allowed companies to tailor their hiring searches to the specific needs of both the job and the work environment, considering not only the tasks but also the cultural match between the candidate and the existing team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, If It\u2019s So Important, How Do I Ensure the Best Possible Result?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Now that you understand the importance of psychotechnical evaluations in the hiring process, here are some tips to help you feel more confident and showcase your full potential:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022\tEven if it means waiting outside, it\u2019s better than realizing your Uber is late or that you\u2019re arriving just on time (or even a few minutes late). These situations can elevate stress levels and impact your concentration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We know it can be a stressful experience, but we promise it\u2019s worth the effort!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Encontraste una propuesta que te encanta, investigaste la empresa, y sent\u00eds que es justo la oportunidad que estabas esperando, te postulaste entusiasmado, te llamaron, pasaste la primera entrevista (\u00a1S\u00ed!) y de repente\u2026te coordinan una evaluaci\u00f3n psicot\u00e9cnica. Ah\u00ed empiezan los nervios, el fastidio, los malabares para coordinar un horario en el que puedas realizar la evaluaci\u00f3n, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":5426,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"nf_dc_page":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[48,21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5421","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","category-urudata"],"acf":{"bajada":""},"yoast_head":"\n
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