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Predictability

Culture Add

In the Predictability Test, candidates are asked to rate how important predictability is to them. For candidates who value predictability, it is important that people know what something is like and when something will happen. This test helps you to evaluate whether hiring the candidate will increase the focus on predictability in a team.

The Predictability Test at a glance

When to use: This test can be used at any stage of the hiring process but may be most relevant in an early stage when getting to know the candidate.

Example question : Candidates rate how important a value is to them on a scale from one to seven. This is an example of a question: "How important is Predictability to you? For those who value predictability, it is important that people know what something is like and when something will happen".

Response time: 2 minutes.

Result: An easy-to-interpret visualization that shows you how important predictability is to the candidate.

The science behind this test

Organizations are shaped by the values and beliefs of their employees. Use the Predictability Test to determine whether candidates can strengthen the predictability aspect of your company's culture.

The Predictability Test is part of the HiPeople Culture Add Inventory. The Culture Add Inventory is a collection of work values that measure an individual's contribution to culture. It is inspired by groundbreaking research such as Schwartz's Theory of Basic Human Values and the Organizational Culture Profiler, which was developed at Stanford University.

The HiPeople Culture Add Inventory is highly customizable, making it perfect for organizations that want to hire individuals who will positively add to their culture. To make the most of your Culture Add Assessment, we recommend using several values from the HiPeople Culture Add Inventory.

If you are interested in the science behind Culture Add, start with this scientific publication.

The qualities of a candidate with high test scores

If you want to hire someone who will shape the predictability culture of your new team, look for someone who scores high on the Predictability Test. Individuals who score high on this test value predictability at work and will strive to ensure that everyone on the team knows what something is like and when something will happen. This person will be a great asset in creating a cohesive and productive team environment.

Can the predictability culture add be leveraged to help a team at a particular time?

When a team is lacking in predictability culture, it can often feel like anything goes. This can be frustrating for team members who value predictability and structure in their work lives. Hiring someone who deeply cares about predictability can help to change this by strengthening the team's predictability culture. This person can help to create a more predictable environment by providing structure and stability to the team. In addition, this person can also help to communicate effectively with team members so that everyone is on the same page. By hiring someone who values predictability, you can make a positive change that will benefit the entire team.


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