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Personality tests are becoming more and more common in the recruitment process, as they help employers to get a better sense of the people they’re hiring. They’re also proven to be good indicators of aptitude and performance.

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Types of Personality Tests

Several personality assessments are commonly used in professional settings:

  • Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI): Categorizes individuals into 16 personality types based on preferences in four dimensions.

  • Big Five Personality Traits: Measures five key dimensions: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

  • DISC Assessment: Evaluates behavior in terms of dominance, influence, steadiness, and conscientiousness.

  • 16 Personality Factor Questionnaire (16PF): Assesses 16 different personality traits to provide a comprehensive profile.

Each test offers unique insights, and the choice of assessment often depends on the specific requirements of the role and organization.

Sample Personality Tests question Test your knowledge!

Imagine you have several projects with the same deadline. How do you prioritize your tasks?

  • I work on the tasks I enjoy the most first to build momentum.
  • I prioritize based on the ease of the task, starting with the easiest.
  • I assess the impact of each project and focus on the ones with the highest stakes.
  • I multitask to advance all projects a little at a time, rather than focusing on one.

When faced with a challenging task at work that you haven't encountered before, how do you typically respond?

  • Avoid the task and hope someone else deals with it.
  • Seek guidance from a supervisor or more experienced colleague.
  • Put off the task until it becomes urgent, then deal with it hurriedly.
  • Take some time to research and strategize the best way to approach the task.
  • Begin working on it immediately, relying on intuition to guide you through.

Which of the following phrases best describes your work style?

  • I enjoy collaborating with others and sharing responsibilities.
  • I prefer to follow well-established procedures rather than creating my own methods.
  • I am driven by results and often set ambitious goals for myself.
  • I work best under pressure and often procrastinate until the deadline looms.

How do you handle conflict with a colleague?

  • I tend to avoid confrontation and stay silent even if I disagree.
  • I seek a compromise by understanding their perspective and finding a middle ground.
  • I confront the issue directly and assert my position to make it clear where I stand.
  • I report the conflict to management without trying to resolve it personally.

When you receive criticism about your work, how do you react?

  • I take it personally and feel discouraged.
  • I get defensive and try to justify my work.
  • I reflect on the feedback and look for ways to improve.
  • I dismiss the criticism if I disagree with it.

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Personality Tests Tips

1Practice past tests before the one that counts

It will make you familiar with how the tests work.

2Make sure you understand what’s being asked of you

Ask for clarification if not.

3Answer honestly

Going with your gut feeling is always the best way to approach personality tests. If you’re true to yourself, that should mean your answers are consistent and the employer gets a true picture of who you are and where your strengths lie.

4Read the questions thoroughly

Sometimes things are phrased negatively or a trick question may be used. Don’t let yourself come unstuck by rushing, especially as the test isn’t timed. Also don’t skip the introduction: it’s really important to read everything thoroughly and ensure you understand what’s required of you.

5Be confident in your position

Answering neutrally too often isn’t something many employers will be looking for.

6Be honest

Remember that if you’re honest, your answers are likely to be consistent — and employers like consistency

7Check through the test before submitting it

So you don’t miss any questions. By all means come back to any you struggle with, but it’s important to answer everything.

8Ask for feedback

Whether you get the job or not. It’s always good to learn more about yourself and how you come across to an employer.

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Personality Tests FAQs

Can you fail a personality assessment?

While your answers are subjective and therefore can’t be marked as right or wrong, it’s important to remember your employer will be looking to see certain traits or competencies in order to hire someone. So making sure you understand what skills and strengths are likely to be valued is important.

What are personality tests used for?

Personality tests are used to assess the character traits of candidates applying for a job role. They can help employers to make a hiring decision, and are used in conjunction with an interview, aptitude test or assessment centre.

Are personality tests timed?

No, personality tests aren’t timed – as it’s important to employers that candidates don’t feel rushed or pressured to answer in a certain way. Take your time when answering; ensure you’ve read the question through properly and understand what it means before answering.

What do personality tests measure?

Personality tests measure everything from your attitude and behaviour, to your strengths, skills, and character traits. This information helps your employer to predict your suitability for both the role and the team you’re applying to work in.

Where can I practice personality tests?

At Practice Aptitude Tests we have numerous practice personality test questions you can try your hand at. It’s a great idea to practice before taking the test for real, as it will help you to get used to the different questions you could be asked.

Which employers use personality tests?

More and more employers are using personality tests to get better insight into the candidates applying to work for them. From HR to sales, there are personality tests for every role imaginable and it’s highly likely you’ll take one at some point in your career.

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What our customers say about our Personality tests

  • Rwanda

    January 21, 2025

    my personality

    This test is helpful for understanding personality traits. It highlights strengths like being supportive, calm, and confident, which are positive qualities in a team setting.