A podcast about all things testing for HR and Employee Selection by TestGenius & Biddle Consulting Group.
Testing, Testing 1-2-3 by TestGenius
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A podcast about all things testing for HR and Employee Selection by TestGenius & Biddle Consulting Group.
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Recent Episodes
May 6, 2025
So, You Don’t Test? A Closer Look at Why You Should Consider It
<p>In this episode, hosts Mike Callen and Jenny Arnez of Biddle Consulting Group's TestGenius podcast, address common concerns and misconceptions about testing in recruitment. They explain that many elements of the hiring process are inherently tests, distinguish between subjective and objective measures, and discuss the importance of ensuring tests' validity and consistency with business necessity. The hosts highlight the benefits of using skill and ability tests, personality tests and situational judgment tests to improve hiring effectiveness, employee engagement, and defensibility. Real-world examples and detailed explanations reinforce the crucial role of testing in creating a fair and efficient recruitment process.</p><p>Notice:<br>This podcast is a presentation of Biddle Consulting Group, Inc., the publishers of TestGenius. The topics covered in this podcast are sometimes controversial, and pertain to an often-changing landscape. The opinions expressed of the hosts and guests are their own, and may not align with those of the organization for which they work. None of the conversation or resources shared on this podcast should be construed to be legal advice. As a best practice, if you have concerns over these issues or opinions expressed, you should explore them with an attorney or other expert. </p><p>00:00 Introduction and Disclaimers</p><p>00:55 Meet the Hosts</p><p>01:13 Today's Topic: You Say You Don't Test</p><p>02:21 Understanding TestGenius and Testing</p><p>03:39 The Importance of Skill and Ability Testing</p><p>04:16 Real-Life Conversations and Misconceptions</p><p>05:00 Point 1: Everything in Recruitment is a Test</p><p>05:45 Historical Context: Griggs vs. Duke Power</p><p>10:13 Job Postings and Adverse Impact</p><p>16:52 Job Applications and Adverse Impact</p><p>19:50 Various Types of Tests in Recruitment</p><p>26:15 Adverse Impact vs. Disparate Impact</p><p>28:45 Subjective vs. Objective Measures</p><p>31:42 Ensuring Fairness in the Hiring Process</p><p>32:08 The Role of Subjective Measures in Recruitment</p><p>34:15 The Importance of Optics in Recruitment</p><p>36:29 Work Sample Tests: Benefits and Realistic Job Previews</p><p>40:30 Ensuring Validity in Testing</p><p>44:15 The Critical Role of Paper Trails</p><p>50:21 Addressing Concerns About Testing</p><p>56:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts</p><p>Resources:<br>- TestGenius: <a href="https://testgenius.com">www.testgenius.com</a><br>- Biddle Consulting Group: <a href="https://biddle.com">www.biddle.com</a><br>- CritiCall: <a href="https://criticall911.com">www.criticall911.com</a></p>
January 29, 2025
Best Practices in the Hiring Process
<p>In this episode of 'Testing, Testing 1-2-3' by TestGenius and Biddle Consulting Group, hosts Jenny Arnez and Mike Callen discuss pre-employment testing and hiring best practices. They discuss a specific client case about Acme County's concerns regarding adverse impact in their hiring process, and explore essential concepts such as job analysis, validation processes, and the Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures. They also shed light on content and criterion validation, and the importance of face validity in recruitment. Emphasizing the need for defensible and job-related cutoff scores, the episode provides actionable insights to create a fair, effective, and legally sound hiring process. </p><p><strong>Resources mentioned:</strong></p><ul><li>ioPredict: <a href="https://www.iopredict.com/">www.iopredict.com</a></li><li>Uniform Guidelines: <a href="https://www.uniformguidelines.com/">www.uniformguidelines.com</a></li><li>TestGenius: <a href="https://testgenius.com/">www.TestGenius.com</a></li></ul><p><strong>Chapters:</strong><br>00:00 Introduction to Testing, Testing 1-2-3<br>00:43 Today's Unique Episode Format<br>01:32 Client Scenario: Acme County's Hiring Concerns<br>02:26 Mike's Advice on Recruitment Consistency<br>05:19 The Importance of Job Analysis<br>09:05 Understanding Tests in the Recruitment Process<br>12:17 Addressing Adverse Impact in Hiring<br>18:37 Legal Guidelines and Validation Processes<br>20:33 TestGenius Validation Wizard Explained<br>28:02 Performance Differentiation in Testing<br>31:25 Sponsor Message<br>32:01 Holistic Recruitment Strategy<br>33:09 Defensibility and Utility in Recruitment<br>35:33 Validation Process and Its Importance<br>35:53 Technological Changes in Job Roles<br>37:26 Content Validity and Criterion Validity<br>40:34 Personality Tests and Criterion Validation<br>46:56 Face Validity in Testing<br>53:27 Multifaceted Testing Strategy<br>59:51 Final Thoughts and Recommendations</p><p><br></p>
August 7, 2024
Exploring Pay Equity: More Insights from Dr. Brian Marentette
<p>Exploring Pay Equity: More Insights from Dr. Brian Marentette - Testing Testing 123 Podcast</p><p> </p><p>In this episode of Testing, Testing 123, sponsored by TestGenius, hosts Jenny Arnez and Mike Callen are joined again by Dr. Brian Marentette from Berkshire Associates to delve into pay equity. The discussion covers the differences between software-driven and consultant-led pay equity analyses, potential pitfalls of each approach, and best practices for employers. The conversation also touches on job architecture, employee groupings, and legal considerations in pay equity. Brian provides valuable insights and practical advice on navigating the complexities of pay equity, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in fair compensation practices.</p><p><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></p><ul><li>Berkshire Associates: <a href="https://www.berkshireassociates.com/">www.berkshireassociates.com</a></li><li>Biddle Consulting Group: <a href="https://biddle.com/index.html">www.biddle.com</a></li><li>Biddle Blog - Pay Equity Posts: <a href="https://biddle.com/blog/tag/pay-equity/">www.biddle.com/blog/</a></li><li>BCGi: <a href="https://portal.biddle.com/bcgi/home">www.bcginstitute.org</a></li><li>TestGenius: <a href="https://testgenius.com/">www.TestGenius.com</a></li><li>Dr. Brian Marentette's LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarentette/">www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarentette</a></li><li>SHRM: <a href="https://www.shrm.org/home">www.shrm.org</a></li><li>World at Work: <a href="https://worldatwork.org/">www.worldatwork.org</a></li><li>US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/">www.eeoc.gov</a></li></ul><p> </p><p>00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction</p><p>00:33 Diving into Pay Equity Analysis</p><p>00:54 Software vs. Consultant for Pay Equity</p><p>01:58 Challenges and Complexities in Pay Equity</p><p>06:43 Legal Considerations in Pay Equity</p><p>12:17 Best Practices for Pay Equity Analysis</p><p>19:16 Job Architecture and Grouping Employees</p><p>23:38 Resources and Final Thoughts</p>
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