Some TalentLens Testimonials

“We first tested our current machine operators with the Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Tests to create a benchmark for candidates. The results gained from that really lined up with the individuals abilities which gave us confidence in the test. Since that time we test all individuals being considered for mechanical positions and it has become a useful tool in making our evaluation.”
— Bill Elam, Kar’s Nuts
Corrugated Services LP is the largest independent producer of recycled containerboard in the United States and has used pre-employment assessments for over 20 years. Kristi Schmidlap, Human Resources Manager for Corrugated Services, says that a high performance workforce is critical to their organizations.
“In our business, equipment utilization is critical to maintain margins. Our plan maintenance personnel’s problem solving skills and the ability to think outside the box are keys to maximizing utilization. The Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test is essential in our hiring process to ensure we select the right candidates with these abilities. Our proactive approach to hiring has enabled us to select the right people for the right job helping reduce voluntary and involuntary turnover.”
— Kristi Schmidlap, HR Manager, Corrugated Services
“I always incorporate a measurement of critical thinking in my assessments. The ease of using the online Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking assessment makes the process flow far more smoothly and quickly than the paper form requirements. I greatly appreciate the online convenience and Pearson process.”
— Brian Connair, Organization Systems Development
“We use multiple assessments online and have been for years. The ability to test candidates when it’s convenient to them is huge in moving along the hiring process on both ends. We use the Watson-Glaser assessment mainly in our Selection process. We value and promote the results we receive with the Watson-Glaser to our clients. Of course we use them ourselves when we have a hiring need. Keep up the good work.”
— Amy Feist, DRI Consulting
“In my career as a psychometrist serving the education and manufacturing industries, Pearson has been unrivaled in providing effective, reliable, affordable instruments to suit all of my clients’ needs, including assessments of intellectual ability, academic achievement, personality, adaptive behavior, and talent assessment.
Thanks, Pearson!”
— Kieth Hilbun, Independent Psychometrist
“By using Pearson’s Differential Aptitude Tests for the last ten years our failure rates have dropped because we can identify unique abilities of a candidate as they relate to a specific job’s day-to-day function. The online version with automated scoring and feedback allows for greater accuracy and reliability and assures us that we are getting the most current norms and test protocols. The tests save us time and money, as well as increase our reputation in the marketplace.”
— Jane Sarber, Moore Norman Technology Center
“The new Watson Glaser test is now easier for our testers to use. The ability for a test to be submitted even if the tester does not answer the demographic questions is a big improvement.”
— Carissa Payne, Raymond James
“Pearson’s aptitude tests help “weed out” bad hires, thus reducing bad hires and saving on the bottom line!”
— G. Kennedy, The Rock-Tenn Company
“As a long-term user of Pearson, our institution couldn’t be more happier with the quality of customer service and products offered.”
— Tonisssa Sweat, Bowling Green Technical College
“I really appreciate the fact that you carry the Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test. It is a long-recognized standard in the industry. It has been very helpful in recognizing non-degreed talent for promotion into technical positions.”
— Robin A. Johnson, SPHR, Avicenna Technology, Inc.
“The service provided by our customer relations representative is outstanding. She is consistently provides solutions and connects us with the appropriate personnel for technical issues. The assessments measure the appropriate skills needed for the jobs and provide a good picture of how the candidate measures against others of the same category.”
— Pat Nangle, Farmers Group, Inc
“The DAT is an extremely helpful tool in assessing a wide range of cognitive and technical skills. Our organization has found the reports to be quite useful in differentiating excellent candidates from those that may not be as well prepared for a variety of positions.”
— Dr. Frank Cushing
“Pearson is fantastic!”
— Pam Tatro, On Point Tech
“The assessments that I use from Talent Assessment are incredibly well received at the highest levels of leadership and have been doing so for many years.”
— Bruce McCormick, OD Resources, Inc.
“Tests are easy to administer and score, Watson-Glaser test is a good assessor of mental ability and critical thinking skills.”
— Stephen A. Laser Associates
“We have found our experience working with Pearson to be rewarding and productive. They have been accommodating to our requests and willing to work with us to find creative solutions.”
— Stephen Dahl, Strategic Team-Makers
“We believe in the validity and reliability of these assessments. We use them with practically every client project we have in different ways that meet the needs of the project from Organization Development to Career Coaching and more. We even use them to hire our own employees.”
— Amy Feist, DRI Consulting
“I have investigated different kinds of assessments for various industries. Pearson are thorough, precise, professional and a very effective tool in the integration of cultures, transitioning workplace merges, and boosting productivity through greater understanding of the potential of your existing human capital.”
— Yadira Kinkade, Working Together Employment Consulting