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Writer's pictureRonnie Tan

Which Career and Job? - Psychometric Profiles as a guide

Updated: Jun 24


In my blog “I do not remember what my profile says?”, we shared with you the usefulness of your personal psychometric profile report/s. My motivation to write that blog was derived from a question that I have been frequently asked; and that is “I have been profiled, I have read my reports, now what can I do with the information?”



In this blog I will share some of my thoughts on an aspect of application; and that is the benefits of matching one’s psychometric profiles to one’s current or potential job roles. The intent to share examples of how you can apply the information you now have about yourself to be even more effective in your job roles.


Listed below are some examples of benefits that you can derive from matching information from your psychometric report/s. They are:


1. Improved job satisfaction:

Knowing one's psychometric profile can increase job satisfaction in several ways. First, understanding one's psychological makeup can help an individual identify the most suitable job roles for their strengths and preferences. For example, a person who is high in extraversion and low in agreeableness may prefer a role that involves working independently and making decisions autonomously. On the other hand, a person who is high in agreeableness and low in extraversion may prefer a role that involves working collaboratively with others and prioritising the needs of the team. Understanding one's psychometric profile allows individuals to make more informed decisions when choosing a job and find a role that is better suited to their individual characteristics and needs.


Second, understanding one's psychometric profile can help an individual better manage the stress associated with their job. For example, an individual who is high in neuroticism may experience more stress in response to certain job demands than someone who is low in neuroticism. Knowing this may help them to identify the sources of stress and develop strategies for managing it, such as taking regular breaks or talking to a mentor.


2. Better performance:

Information form your own psychometric reports can help you to understand how well you are likely to perform in particular tasks or activities. With this knowledge, you can identify areas in which you need to focus your energies and develop skills, as well as areas in which you may not need to put as much effort. For example, if you have high scores in areas such as intelligence, creativity, communication, and problem-solving, you can use these strengths to enhance your performance in more challenging tasks. You can also use these skills to identify ways to improve the efficiency of your workflows, as well as to develop better strategies for tackling difficult tasks.


On the other hand, if you have low scores in areas such as cognitive flexibility, time-management, and organisational skills, you can use the insight to develop strategies for better managing your time and resources, as well as for organising your work in a more efficient way. Additionally, you can use this knowledge to identify tasks or activities that are more suited to your strengths, allowing you to better focus your energies in areas where you can excel.


3. Increased confidence:

Knowledge of one's psychometric profile can increase confidence by providing an individual with a greater understanding of their mental, emotional, and behavioural tendencies. With this knowledge, individuals can better understand the motivations behind their behaviours, as well as the potential strengths and weaknesses of their personality. This provides a greater sense of self-awareness, which can help increase one's confidence in their own decision-making and interactions with others. Additionally, with knowledge of their psychometric profile, individuals can work to hone and develop the positive aspects of their personality while also mitigating any potential negative tendencies. This can give individuals the confidence to pursue their goals more effectively and take risks with a greater degree of comfort.


4. Improved team dynamics:

Knowing one's psychometric profile can improve team dynamics from a personal perspective by helping individuals better understand their own strengths and weaknesses, as well as how to best interact and collaborate with other team members. For example, knowing one's personality type can help individuals identify the areas in which they are naturally more successful, as well as how to work with others who may have different skills and approaches. This can help to create a more harmonious and productive team atmosphere. Additionally, understanding one's psychometric profile can also help to enhance communication between team members.


By being aware of one's own personality type, individuals can better anticipate the communication needs of other team members, better understanding the types of language, pacing, and style that work best for each individual. This can help to create an environment where all team members feel comfortable and have their needs met. Furthermore, knowing one's psychometric profile can also help to identify areas in which individuals may need to improve their skills. For example, if an individual tends to be more introverted, they may need to work on developing their communication and interpersonal skills in order to effectively participate in team projects. Knowing one's psychometric profile can not only help to identify areas for improvement, but also provide guidance on how to best


Summary

In summary, I trust that the examples provided will inspire you to utilize the data in your psychometric reports more regularly. Doing so can help you to identify better coping mechanisms, set up development plans, and approach the various challenges you face in your professional life more effectively.

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