Does your company account for EQ (Emotional Quotient) in the hiring process?  Ex : Personality Test Questionnaire

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IT Director, Supply Chain Digital in Manufacturing2 years ago

No, it is not systematically considered.

Executive Director of Technology in Healthcare and Biotech2 years ago

No, not officially. Within the division we offer CliftonStrengths testing for anyone who wishes to take it though.

Senior Director Engineering in Travel and Hospitality2 years ago

Absolutely! Its a key decision point during leadership hiring

CSO in Services (non-Government)3 years ago

For sales reps and sales managers we use an assessment that is not personality (because you can't hire strong sellers that way, or strong sales managers) but rather use the top core sales competencies. 

Senior Director Engineering in Travel and Hospitality3 years ago

Yes through online tests at certain levels

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