Are you write for the job? How to evaluate writing talent

Evaluate writing samples for what they are Candidates share only their best efforts, so writing samples can be useful for separating the sheep from the goats, but not much more.You're looking at the highlight film - the dramatic catch in the end zone. A writing test allows you to: * Compare the...

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Published in:Public Relations Tactics 2006-02, Vol.13 (2), p.29
Main Author: Lietz, Ted T
Format: Article
Language:English
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Hiring
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Summary:Evaluate writing samples for what they are Candidates share only their best efforts, so writing samples can be useful for separating the sheep from the goats, but not much more.You're looking at the highlight film - the dramatic catch in the end zone. A writing test allows you to: * Compare the efforts of several candidates asked to perform under identical circumstances. * Evaluate the candidate's performance under a bit of pressure.Working under pressure is irrelevant, of course, if your workplace is stress-free.
ISSN:1080-6792