Description
Book SynopsisToday'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.
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1
Part I: Testing Basics 7
Chapter 1: Understanding Psychometric Tests 9
Chapter 2: Setting Your Mind at Rest About Psychometric Tests 19
Chapter 3: Preparing For a Psychometric Test 27
Chapter 4: Dealing with Feedback 37
Part II: Finding Out About Different Types of Tests 47
Chapter 5: Finding the Right Words: Verbal Ability Tests 49
Chapter 6: Doing Your Sums: Numerical Ability Tests 57
Chapter 7: Getting all Creative: Abstract Ability Tests 65
Chapter 8: Saying It Without Words: Technical Ability Tests 75
Chapter 9: Seeing the Real You: Personality Tests 85
Part III: Getting Some Practise In: Sample Tests 91
Chapter 10: Verbal Ability Sample Tests 93
Chapter 11: Numerical Ability Sample Tests 133
Chapter 12: Abstract Ability Sample Tests 171
Chapter 13: Technical Ability Sample Tests 201
Chapter 14: Personality Assessment Sample Tests 243
Part IV: The Part of Tens 253
Chapter 15: Ten Things to Remember for the Test Session 255
Chapter 16: Ten Calming Thoughts to Keep in Mind 259
Index 263
