Understanding Personality Testing in the Workplace with Dr. Clinton Kelly

This podcast episode from 'Testing, Testing 1, 2, 3' explores the intricacies of personality testing in the workplace, featuring Jenny Arnez from TestGenius, Mike Callen, VP of Products at TestGenius, and Dr. Clinton Kelly from ioPredict. They discuss the differences between popular personality tests like Myers-Briggs and those used for employment selection, emphasizing the critical nature of using scientifically validated tests. Dr. Kelly explains the role of industrial and organizational psychology in hiring and promotion, detailing the development, validity, and application of workplace personality assessments. The episode also covers legal and practical considerations for employers, including the Uniform Guidelines on employee selection procedures and the concept of validity transportability. Listeners gain insights into selecting appropriate tests and utilizing test results responsibly in hiring decisions.

Resources mentioned:

• ioPredict: www.iopredict.com
• Uniform Guidelines: www.uniformguidelines.com
• Uniform Guidelines Section 7b
• TestGenius: www.TestGenius.com
• CritiCall Dispatcher Testing Software: www.criticall911.com

Episode Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

00:26 Dr. Clinton Kelly's Background and Expertise

01:29 Mike Callen's Role and TestGenius Overview

02:32 Diving into Personality Testing in the Workplace

09:53 Understanding Validity in Personality Testing

14:38 Designing and Validating Effective Personality Tests

19:36 Post-Hire Uses of Personality Tests and Final Thoughts

22:35 Debunking Myths Around Test Taking

23:13 The Importance of Objective Selection Processes

23:57 Exploring Personality Assessments for Employers

24:14 Custom vs. Off-the-Shelf Personality Tests

25:34 Understanding Different Types of Personality Tests

26:47 Ensuring Test Validity and Applicant Satisfaction

32:29 The Role of Subscale Scores in Personality Testing

39:11 Navigating Legal and Defensibility Aspects of Personality Testing

41:36 Leveraging Uniform Guidelines for Test Validity

47:42 Concluding Remarks and Future Discussions