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CategoriesTalent Optimization 147 Employee Engagement 128 Hiring & Selection Process 124 Behaviour Assessment 111 Team Management 78 News and Awards 65 Leadership Pipeline 60 Performance Assessment Tools 59 Cognitive Assessment 50 PSC Foundation 25 Case Studies 24 Reference Profiles 7 Safety Analytics 5

No Gas in the Engine – Canadian Sales Teams Aren’t Being Trained Nearly Enough

August 29, 2019Employee EngagementNo Gas in the Engine – Canadian Sales Teams Aren’t Being Trained Nearly EnoughRead

Is Your Team Right for Agile Management?

August 28, 2019Employee EngagementIs Your Team Right for Agile Management?Agile management is quickly becoming a preferred method for project managers worldwide. Born out of innovative car manufacturing companies in Japan during the 70s and 80s[1], agile project management has two distinct versions: scrum and lean.[2] Both versions follow the same general principals, comprised of short bursts and recalibrations. This is a relatively contemporary methodRead

Can HR Become Strategic? – The Future of Organizations in Canada

August 21, 2019Employee EngagementCan HR Become Strategic? – The Future of Organizations in CanadaHuman Resources. Often mocked in pop-culture as the “boring part of business,” HR takes a tough rap sometimes. Think: Michael Scott in the hit TV show, “The Office,” and his unreserved and outward hatred of the office HR manager. But maybe pop culture has it wrong? Interest in HR-related subjects have jumped 50% since 2013.Read

Gen. Z Doesn’t See Borders – And It Could Grow Your Business Internationally

August 16, 2019Employee EngagementGen. Z Doesn’t See Borders – And It Could Grow Your Business InternationallyHow many articles have been written with this opening line, (or something along these lines)? “Advancements in technology such as email, video conferencing, SMS messages, and mobile phones has created an era where remote work is a genuine possibility.” Cliché as it is, and as awkward as the verbiage sounds, the idea stands. Communication isRead

Creating Cultural Champions – Predictive Success Offsite 2019

July 30, 2019News and AwardsCreating Cultural Champions – Predictive Success Offsite 2019Creating Cultural Champions At Predictive Success, we often discuss the power of the Cultural Championship. Built on engaged and high-performing employees, the cultural championship is how elite companies create growth. As an internationally dispersed company, with Managing Principals across Canada and the United States, we don’t often get time to come together as a companyRead

Behavioural Analytics Can Make You a Better Golfer

July 26, 2019Behaviour AssessmentBehavioural Analytics Can Make You a Better GolferFred Couples and New Technology Fred Couples, a storied PGA Tour Veteran, began his pro career in 1980. In 1982, as a young 22 year old, he averaged 286.7 yards with his driver. [1] 27 years later at 49 years old, while battling serious back injuries, Couples averaged 297 yards off the tee. [2] ObviouslyRead

Your Team Can Work from Home, You Just Have to Understand Them

July 24, 2019Employee EngagementYour Team Can Work from Home, You Just Have to Understand ThemThe Emprical Data You probably know this to be true, without even seeing data. When we work from home, we are more productive, have time in the morning to workout or meditate, and are generally happier with our working situation. Empirically, the idea makes sense. By working from home, you save time, can focus inRead

Two Predictive Success Gen-Z. Employees Publish Book on the Future of Work

July 16, 2019Employee EngagementTwo Predictive Success Gen-Z. Employees Publish Book on the Future of WorkTo buy the book, click here. Writing on the Future of Business The future of work is changing. Analytics are becoming the backbone of so many industries, Millenials are quickly becoming a dominant part of the workforce. Generation-Z is entering the worklife and spending big money in international markets. Businesses are craving talent and retentionRead

63% of Business Executives say Analytics Overrule “Gut Instinct”

June 12, 2019Behaviour Assessment63% of Business Executives say Analytics Overrule “Gut Instinct”Passing Judgement We have all heard it before; “people judge you within 7 seconds of meeting you.” It’s the reason we buy new dress clothes for job interviews and spend time making sure there is nothing on our face before we walk in the door for our first day. This rule doesn’t only apply toRead

Practical Insights to Manage Generation Z

June 4, 2019Behaviour AssessmentPractical Insights to Manage Generation ZWho are they? Born after 1996, Generation Z is slowly becoming a part of the workforce, purchasing consumers, and global leaders. With over 2.52 billion young adults, Generation Z is already bigger than their parent’s generation. Still young during the last recession, Generation Z has been a part of 94 consecutive months of job creation. TheirRead