by Warren Bobrow | Dec 26, 2018 | Culture, Leadership, Pre-Employment Testing
In a previous post I talked about using the Marshmallow Challenge to provide insight into cultures that support risk taking. Taking the stigma out of making mistakes is one way to encourage creativity. Taking this to the next level are FUN nights (note that curse...
by Warren Bobrow | Dec 12, 2018 | Legal Issues
Many organizations have taken steps (valid tests, removing pictures and names from resumes, blind auditions, etc.) to erase discriminatory practices in hiring. While by no means perfect, these actions have reduced bias in many places. A much lauded effort was done...
by Warren Bobrow | Nov 26, 2018 | Culture, Job Analysis, Performance, Pre-Employment Testing
We would all like to think that doing well towards others will benefit us in this (and future?) life. At the same time, capitalism can encourage some people to act entirely in their self-interest in order to get ahead and create efficient organizations. So, should...
by Warren Bobrow | Oct 4, 2018 | Job Analysis, Talent Management, Test Validation
When doing a job analysis or writing job descriptions, one of the terms that comes up that makes my hair stand on end is “multi-tasking.” While our bodies can perform automated functions simultaneously (e.g., driving and talking), our brains cannot consciously do two...
by Warren Bobrow | Sep 25, 2018 | Legal Issues, Performance, Talent Management
A class-action age discrimination lawsuit has been filed against IBM. Much of the complaints in the action come from a report that purports to outline how the company has systematically replaced older workers with newer ones. IBM is denying the allegations. There...
