Sam Sample - Basic Non-Management Report

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INDIVIDUAL ASSESSMENT REPORT

The purpose of the assessment has been to provide further
information to assist with the selection or career development of:

Mr. Joe Sample

On: Friday, August 26
th
2005

PREPARED BY:

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MELBOURNE VIC 3000
Ph: 1300 302 154
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Copyright Psych Press Pty Ltd, 2005

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CONFIDENTIALITY

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on the candidate named on the cover sheet on the basis
that the need for this confidentiality is recognised, accepted
and that such confidentiality will be strictly maintained.

It should therefore only be read by staff specifically
involved with the selection, promotion or development of
the person named, and stored securely with minimum
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OBJECTIVES

The report on the candidates capabilities has been done
based on several assessment materials used to provide
objective information about the competencies which might
be required for the specific position.
CROSS VALIDATION
OF OUTCOMES

This report provides objective information on candidates
capabilities. We recommend supplementing it with other
information obtained from other sources like interviews or
other reports.


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Content

Abilities and Aptitudes 4
CONCEPTUAL REASONING 4
VERBAL REASONING 5
EMOTIONAL REASONING 6

Behaviour Style Profile 7
INTERPERSONAL STYLE 7
THINKING STYLE 8
COPING STYLE 10
CAREER THEME SCALE 11
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS 13
SCORES SUMMARY 14

General Information for Interpreting Report findings 16


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The following report has been based on a series of scientifically
validated profiles, each providing elements of insight or
understanding into the Mr. Samples behavioural style and
capabilities. Each profile is intended to provide you with a point of
reference from which you can objectively assess Mr. Samples
behaviour style and performance.
Abilities and Aptitudes
Ability Percentile Result Norm Group
Conceptual
Reasoning

81
st
percentile
(50 attempted, 28
correct)
Australian general
population
Verbal Reasoning

42
nd
percentile
(27 attempted, 15
correct)
Australian general
population
Emotional
Reasoning

50
th
percentile Australian general
population

Conceptual Reasoning: 81
st
Percentile

The test of Conceptual Reasoning provides a valid measure of
generalised intellectual functioning and correlates most highly with other
tests of generalised or natural problem solving capacity. The test itself
requires the candidate to work with ambiguous, novel and highly complex
information. The ability to grasp complex conceptual relationships and to
operate without a basis of prior knowledge are some of the aptitudes


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found to be measured by this test. Job competencies relevant to this
measure include the capacity for flexible and creative thought, technical
problem solving, the capacity to acquire information quickly and an
aptitude for adapting existing knowledge to new situations.

Mr. Samples performance on the test of Conceptual Reasoning has placed
him in the above average range compared to the Australian general
population. The result reflects strong lateral thinking skills and the ability
to grasp complex abstract concepts. Mr. Samples conceptual strengths
are likely to be evident in the speed with which he integrates new
information and the capacity to develop knowledge of the companys
strategic issues as well as monitor and analyse different processes and
information. Mr. Sample is also likely to be effective with respect to
problem solving and able to adapt knowledge and skills to issues that are
outside his previous experience.

Verbal Reasoning: 42
nd
Percentile

The Verbal Reasoning assessment measures the ability to communicate
in English, written communication skills, the ability to understand written
instructions and the ability to convey information in a clear and
understandable format such as presentations to individuals and groups.

Mr. Samples performance on the measure of Verbal Reasoning is
commensurate with the Australian general population. The result suggests
that the Mr. Sample should be able to meet the communication
requirements of the role, to understand and interpret reports and to
convey information to others. As a career development strategy he should
be encouraged to work on further development of this skill.


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Emotional Reasoning: 50
th
Percentile

The test of Emotional Reasoning measures the ability to identify what
emotions people are feeling in a given situation, and the ability to predict
someone's future emotional responses, given an understanding of a
current situation. It is seen as a key competency in connecting with
people and building rapport and good working relationships.

Mr. Samples performance on the Emotional Reasoning assessment has
placed him in the average range compared to the Australian general
population. This result indicates that Mr. Sample has a sound ability to
identify emotions in others, and to predict their future emotions and
actions. Mr. Sample appears to be able to interact well with other people,
and is likely to usually be able to judge others' emotional state and
respond appropriately. Mr. Sample should be able to build rapport and
establish empathy in most circumstances. Mr. Sample should be able to do
well in areas such as influencing through management, and managing
others.


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Personality Assessment

INTERPERSONAL STYLE

Scale Sten Introverted Extraverted %
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
fA 2
Distant Aloof Empathic
2
fF 4
Sober Serious Enthusiastic
24
fH 4
Retiring Socially-bold
28
fQ2 3
Self-sufficient Group-orientated
15

Note: Scores in the range 4-7 are considered average

Mr. Sample's interpersonal style is relatively introverted. That is, his
attention and energies will be oriented towards things rather than people. His
tendency towards inhibition with people will make him appear to lack self-
confidence and expressiveness in social situations. His tendency to withdraw
from social interaction may be interpreted as cool disinterest and a lack of
interpersonal warmth. As a consequence, he may be regarded as
unsympathetic, distant and aloof. This is probably more of a reflection of him
being in his element when working alone with relatively little personal
contact. Mr. Sample simply derives his satisfaction from solitary activities
rather than those activities that require a great deal of interpersonal contact.
However, this is more a reflection of his social anxiety and lack of ease in
social settings. Being on his own, engaged in solitary pastimes, Mr. Sample
will not feel threatened. Tending not to let go in social settings, his reaction
to situations will generally be fairly sober and serious.

Mr. Sample may possibly come across as a little stiff and perhaps slightly
lacking in spontaneity. Unexpected events, or rapidly changing situations,
may make him disgruntled. In the right setting however, he should be
capable of a fair degree of enthusiasm. Being somewhat retiring and quite
self-conscious, he may wish to avoid high-profile participation in social
gatherings. Mr. Sample may experience a degree of embarrassment if
unexpectedly made the focus of group attention. Outside familiar circles, Mr.
Sample may come across as slightly inhibited and formal, his conversation
appearing somewhat hesitant at times. Mr. Sample is a relatively self-reliant
individual who generally prefers to work on his own. Not having a great need
for group contact or support, he will avoid unnecessary group distractions.
Mr. Sample may be seen as reclusive and out-of-touch with public opinion.


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Scale Sten Independent Agreeable %
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
5
Low Intellectance High Intellectance
39
fE 6
Accommodating Dominant
55
fL 6
Trusting Suspicious
53
fQ1 5
Conventional Radical
36


As amenable and co-operative as most, Mr. Sample will generally not seek
confrontation for confrontation's sake. Being moderately competitive, he
should not be averse to meeting challenges. While capable of being
outspoken on occasion, Mr. Sample should not be oblivious to others'
sensibilities. As adaptable and accommodating as the norm, Mr. Sample's
initial approach is to give people the benefit of the doubt. If he feels that his
trust is being abused, his tolerance may rapidly turn to scepticism.

In personal exchanges, Mr. Sample maintains a balance by not being too
overbearing or too easily dominated. Mr. Sample will assert himself or give
way as the situation demands. Mr. Sample is no more or less assertive than
most people are. Mr. Sample appears to be as sensitive as most people to
the demands of social situations. Mr. Sample will generally resist saying
things that could cause upset or offence.

THINKING STYLE
Scale Sten Pragmatism Openness %
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
fI 5
Hard-headed Tender-minded
41
fM 3
Concrete Abstract
13
fQ1 5
36


Mr. Sample is a somewhat tough-minded individual, who is inclined to adopt
a no-nonsense approach to problems. Quite realistic in his orientation to life,
he has a somewhat preference for evidence, being inclined to reject more
speculative, intuitive approaches. In general, he will tend not to allow
sentiment to control his behaviour. As receptive as most are to new ideas, he
will not reject established, conventional methods out of hand. Neither
constantly seeking innovation, nor resistant to change, he tends to take the


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middle ground between established and radical methods in problem solving.
Mr. Sample is neither excessively hardheaded, tough and utilitarian nor
highly softhearted and sentimental.

Having an appreciation of aesthetic issues whilst keeping functional
considerations in mind, he strikes a balance between the rational and the
emotional in decision-making. Mr. Sample will generally give his attention to
practical matters and will be quite alert to external realities. Relatively down
to earth, he will tend to focus on the here and now. Alertness, caution and
practical concern should contribute to a low frequency of accidents. Inclined
to reject abstract ideas that have little practical relevance, he will have little
time for highly conceptual, theoretically-minded individuals.
Scale Sten Low Self-Control High Self-Control %
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
fG 2
Expedient Conscientious
2
fN 5
Direct Restrained
42
fQ3 6
Informal Self-disciplined
49


Having below average levels of self-control, Mr. Sample's behaviour and
attitudes are more a function of his own personal belief system than social
norms and expectations. In general, he is likely to be fairly self-disciplined
and will be as respectful of authority as most. Whilst not in awe of others'
social standing, he will not reject formality and protocol out of hand.
Manifestly unconstrained to a very high degree, he has a strong inclination to
bypass rules and cut corners, particularly when it is expedient to do so.
Mindful of obligation, nevertheless, he might be rather an inconsistent
finisher as far as the loose ends are concerned. Mr. Sample will prefer to
have a number of ongoing commitments, but is prone to put them down as
quickly as he picks them up. Mr. Sample is averse to deliberation and
procrastination. Viewing things from a global perspective, work that requires
close attention to detail may be an anathema to him.


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COPING STYLE

Scale Sten Low Anxiety High Anxiety %
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
fC 8
Affected By Feelings Emotionally stable
84
fL 6
Trusting Suspicious
53
fO 1
Self-assured Apprehensive
0
fQ4 7
Composed Tense-driven
65


Mr. Sample is currently experiencing below average levels of anxiety.
Relatively emotionally resilient and stable in mood, he should have little
difficulty facing challenges in a calm, collected manner. Generally unruffled
by events, he is likely to be viewed as being dependable in a crisis. Mr.
Sample should have sufficient energy to cope with quite demanding
situations. Mr. Sample should generally be able to rapidly recharge his
depleted energy resources after having faced demanding work schedules.

Highly secure and self-assured, Mr. Sample is likely to be cheerful, optimistic
and free of regrets and self-doubt. Extremely sure of himself, he is likely to
appear confident, although this may not present itself in social settings. If
things go wrong Mr. Sample is liable to blame others. Although not inclined
to experience mood swings, when under pressure Mr. Sample may become
somewhat tense and agitated. When his goals are repeatedly frustrated, he
may become somewhat impatient and irritable. Mr. Sample may therefore
have some difficulty unwinding at the end of a particularly demanding day.


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Career Theme Scales

Career-Themes are based on the work of Holland. These provide a match
between Mr. Sample's personality profile and those of the broad occupational
groups listed. The scores take no account of other important factors such as
interests, aptitudes, qualifications and work experience.
Sten Scale
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
8.2 Realistic
4.3 Investigative
3.1 Artistic
2.3 Social
7.0 Enterprising
4.9 Conventional
Left Dimension Centre Right Dimension


Realistic Theme: Activities involving manipulation of mechanical devices
and principles of mechanics and physics. High scorers are likely to be
technically orientated, repairing mechanical devices, working on motor cars.
They may also enjoy outdoor activities.

Investigative Theme: Activities involving the manipulation of ideas and
scientific principles. High scorers will enjoy applying logical and/or scientific
principles to the resolution of experimental problems. They may enjoy
laboratory work.

Artistic Theme: Activities centred around the expression of artistic and
creative ideas. High scorers are typically interested in the Arts in the
broadest manifestation e.g. art, music, writing, composing, dance, design
etc.

Social Theme: Activities centred on helping or caring for others. High
scorers tend to express an interest in charitable work, involving caring for
the elderly, children with special needs or counselling, teaching and generally
assisting others to achieve their potential.

Enterprising Theme: Activities involving the attainment of objectives
through people. High scorers generally express an interest in managing or
leading others or taking charge of situations. As such, they are attracted to
business related situations where they are able to exercise leadership,
managerial skills and public acclaim.


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Conventional Theme: Activities involving organising, administration and
well established work practices. High scorers enjoy developing and
maintaining systems, operating business machines, doing paperwork,
bookkeeping and accountancy.


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Additional Comments

The following section lists a number of points, which can be inferred from Mr.
Sample's assessment report. The interviewer may wish to use these as the
basis for further probing during the interview or counselling discussions.

POTENTIAL STRENGTHS

Will generally appear to be self-assured and confident.
May be self-sufficient, without the need for group support.
Will have a tendency to be effective in situations where he has a number
of ongoing commitments, where he can concentrate on the global
requirements of a task.
Should be able to focus his efforts on the most important and/or
rewarding projects without being deflected by remote prospects.
Will tend to be practical and realistic, with his feet firmly on the ground.

POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT NEEDS

At times his self-confidence may be interpreted as complacency.
May tend to be something of a loner and not "walk the talk" as much as
might be necessary.
May have difficulty adhering to highly structured work procedures and
may overlook the detailed requirements of a task.
May be disinclined to persevere when confronted with tedious tasks.
May tend to lack interest in conceptual issues and be inattentive to the
global aspects of a task.
May over-estimate his ability to achieve results within realistic
timescales.


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Primary Factors
Scale Sten Left Dimension Right Dimension %
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
fA 2
Distant Aloof Empathic
2
5
Low Intellectance High Intellectance
39
fC 8
Affected By Feelings Emotionally stable
84
fE 6
Accommodating Dominant
55
fF 4
Sober Serious Enthusiastic
24
fG 2
Expedient Conscientious
2
fH 4
Retiring Socially-bold
28
fI 5
Hard-headed Tender-minded
41
fL 6
Trusting Suspicious
53
fM 3
Concrete Abstract
13
fN 5
Direct Restrained
42
fO 1
Self-assured Apprehensive
0
fQ1 5
36
fQ2 3
Self-sufficient Group-orientated
15
fQ3 6
Informal Self-disciplined
49
fQ4 7
Composed Tense-driven
65

Global Factors
Scale Sten Left Dimension Right Dimension %
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
E 3
Introversion Extraversion
8
N 4
Low aNxiety High aNxiety
22
O 4
Pragmaticism Openness
16
A 5
Independence Agreeableness
48
C 4
Low Self-Control High Self-Control
19



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Response Style Indices
Sten Additional Scales %
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
SD 7 Social Desirability 72
CT 3 Central Tendency 13
INF 6 Infrequency 58
FG 7 Fake Good 72
FB 4 Fake Bad 22


Additional Scales

Raw Additional Scales %
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
eIQ 20 Emotional Intelligence 14
WA 22 Positive Work Attitude 15


Norms based on a sample of 4295 Australian Professional Managerial


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General Information for Interpreting Report findings:

OBJECTIVE
INFORMATION

This report provides objective information on the candidates
abilities.

EDUCATED
DECISION MAKING

The candidates performance is compared with a relevant
population group to assist in achieving effective Human Capital
decision making.
INTERPRETING
RESULTS

The results are presented in terms of a percentile (%) score for
each test administered. A percentile is a score equal to or below
which a certain percentage of the members of a selected
sample group fall.
Percentile scores can be misleading if small differences between
individuals scores are interpreted as implying significant
differences in work performance.

POPULATION
NORMS

Candidates specific scores can be compared to a relevant
Australian adult sample as a reference group or to a relevant
sample from ones organization.
SCORE RANGES

PsychPress uses a basic score range for ability percentile
scores:
91
st
- 99
th
percentile Superior performance
63
rd
- 90
th
percentile Above Average performance
37
th
- 62
nd
percentile Average performance
10
th
- 36
th
percentile Below Average performance
1
st
- 9
th
percentile Poor performance

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