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June 17, 2019June 18, 2019

Avoid These Common Aptitude Test Mistakes

Have you ever gone back to look at a test you’ve done in the past, only to realize you lost marks because you selected the wrong answer, when in fact you knew the correct answer all along? If you’ve had this experience, rest assured you are not alone. Even the most highly competent candidates make common aptitude test mistakes which reduce their overall score and their chances of being offered a prime position. Here, we share the most common aptitude test mistakes, so you can reduce the chance you’ll make an error and get an even better overall score.

June 4, 2019June 4, 2019

New Practice Questions

Today we have added 80 new practice test questions!

The new questions are:

– 10 Mechanical Comprehension Questions
– 35 Vocabulary Questions (Synonyms & Antonyms)
– 35 Situational Judgement Scenarios (140 test items)

All our members can practice on the new questions from today.

May 6, 2019May 10, 2019

What NOT to Include on Your Resume

When applying for a job, it’s vital to include necessary information that puts you in the best light. While you probably have a fair idea of what passes as good information, the criteria for what makes something a little questionable is somewhat murky. Today, we’re going to discuss what not to include on your resume, so you stand the best chance of making a professional first impression.

April 23, 2019April 23, 2019

New Situational Judgement Items

Today we have added 25 new situational judgement test (SJT) scenarios, a total of 100 new situational judgement items.
The 25 new scenarios are all of the rating type of SJT.

All our members can practice on the new SJT questions from today.

March 18, 2019March 25, 2019

How to Cope with Aptitude Test Anxiety

So, you received a reply back from a great company who is interested in proceeding through the initial stages of an interview with you, but you need to do an aptitude test? If you’re feeling suddenly stressed, you can rest assured knowing that this is a stage where most candidates experience anxiety. While aptitude tests can cause stress, it doesn’t need to be that way. Read on to discover how you can reduce your level of anxiety while performing well at that all-important moment.

February 26, 2019February 26, 2019

How to Land Your First Job out of College

If you’ve just graduated from college – congratulations! All your hard work has finally paid off. While it may be tempting to take a rest, what you do now could truly set you up to land a great first job. Here is your step-by-step guide to help you get an extra edge over other applicants.

February 11, 2019February 11, 2019

New Question Category: Situational Judgement

We are happy to announce a completely new question category!
As of today all users with a full access Test Prep Account can access our new Situational Judgement Test (SJT) questions.
We have added a total of 50 SJT scenarios / 125 test items.

Also available: Try our free Situational Judgement Test.

February 4, 2019February 5, 2019

How to Use Your Network When Job Searching

Whether you’re looking to enter a new company, start a new career entirely, or you’re new to the workforce, you should have networks in place which prove invaluable in offering that first connection that could seal the deal for you as a new hire. Employers trust recommendations and introductions made by current, previous employees, as well as people in their community; here is how you can use your network to enhance your chances of success.

January 7, 2019February 4, 2019

The History of Psychometric Testing

Whether you are going through the recruitment process or simply thinking about applying for a new role, you’ve probably come across the all-important psychometric test. Psychometric tests may seem new, in the sense that most employers are now beginning to utilize them in recruitment efforts across the board, but what most people don’t realize is the lengthy history behind psychometric tests themselves, which have developed throughout human history to be the psychometric tests we take today.

December 12, 2018

70 New Test Questions

Today we have added 70 brand new test questions!

The new test questions have been added to all relevant Test Prep packages.
The new questions are:

20 Deductive Reasoning questions
50 Diagrammatic Reasoning questions