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eSkill just keeps getting better. This month, we’ve improved custom test creation, added new content, and made some minor bug fixes. Let’s dive in!   1. Custom Tests – Retain Question Type  As we’ve covered previously, custom tests are key to finding the right candidates. With custom tests, you can test exactly what is needed […]

When it comes to pre-hire assessments, creating an eSkill custom test can greatly improve the process of identifying quality candidates. This video, hosted by Ashley from eSkill, delves into the benefits and methods of creating an eSkill custom test on the pre-hire assessment platform. Why Use Custom Tests? eSkill custom tests allow you to specifically […]

Welcome to eSkill’s Test of the Month! In these posts, you’ll find information on popular eSkill assessments from our library of more than 800 subject types. While normally we highlight one specific test, this month we’re spotlighting our customized assessments.  Which method is best when testing skills before you make a hire: using customized or […]

Goodbye college degrees, hello skills testing. According to SHRM, only 17.8% of job ads required a college degree in 2024. In a study conducted by Harvard, 74% of hiring managers prefer to hire talent based on skills and relevant experiences. While college degrees are certainly important and expected for some positions, they’re no longer a […]

Hiring isn’t getting any easier. For both job seekers and employers, the hiring process has become more difficult. Unemployment is low, but job seekers are looking for new opportunities at the highest rate since 2015, and employers must fill positions vacated by former employees while dealing with more applicants.  More job seekers plus reduced job […]

Welcome to eSkill’s Test of the Month! In these posts, you’ll find information on popular eSkill assessments from our library of more than 800 subject types. This month, we’re spotlighting our Excel simulation assessment.  How do you measure Excel skills before making a hire? After all, a resume or interview doesn’t test actual hard skills, […]

How far would you go to land a great job? Would you exaggerate on your resume? Would you use AI to write a cover letter? Would you cheat on a pre-hire assessment? Dishonesty is more common than you might think – 44% of Americans admit to lying during the hiring process, and 40% say their […]

Do you know how much a bad hire costs your company? In an article by SHRM, they reported that the cost of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding a single new employee can be as much as $240,000. While that might seem high, think about all the costs associated with a bad hire: recruiting time, training fees, […]

Resumes and interviews aren’t good enough. Hiring professionals need more reliable tools to better measure candidate fit. Pre-employment assessment tools help employers measure candidates’ hard skills, behavioral traits, or cognitive ability before they get to the interview process – saving employers valuable time and money, while reducing the risk of rapid turnover. The benefits of […]

Organizations that hire data entry employees must recruit candidates who can input alphanumeric data quickly. Their job performance is evaluated on precision (number of keystrokes per hour) and accuracy. So, HR teams use data entry typing tests and data entry speed tests to assess applicants. What Are Data Entry Typing and Speed Tests? Recruiters use […]

There have been many changes during the past decade. Businesses have adopted new technology and implemented digital transformation initiatives. Their hiring needs have changed, which means they have had to eliminate jobs and add new positions that require different abilities. Applicants’ skills have not kept pace with these changes, resulting in a big skills gap. […]

Organizations need to hire top employees to fill critical jobs. However, they are finding it challenging to recruit them. Hiring is difficult for employers worldwide due to a talent shortage that shows no sign of ending. According to Korn Ferry, there is a worldwide talent shortage of more than 85 million people, and a Manpower […]