Today's job market is tough; it's dog-eat-dog, ruthless and competitive. Preparation is essential if you want to get the edge. As psychometric testing becomes standard for blue-chip companies to one-man bands this For Dummies guide could mean the difference between success and failure.

Learn to:

Prepare yourself to succeed
Score higher on verbal and numerical ability tests
Take on abstract ability and technical ability tests with confidence
Tackle each type of test with plenty of practice

Be fully prepared and realise your full potential

Taking a psychometric test? With the proper preparation you can face it with confidence. Written by a professional test designer, this book arms you with everything you need to confidently tackle your test session. It walks you through typical numerical, verbal, abstract, technical ability, and personality tests, explaining why and how they're used, how they're structured and how to avoid common slip-ups. It also supplies you with more than 1,000 practice questions and answers, along with essential tips on keeping calm, boosting your performance and passing with flying colours.

Take the mystery out of tests – get the lowdown on the abilities and characteristics the tests measure, why and how recruiters use them and how the results are interpreted
Prepare yourself properly – find out how best to prepare for a psychometric test session both intellectually and emotionally
Stay calm – discover proven techniques for minimizing stress and keeping your confidence high
Reach your potential – learn how to deal with each type of test, and use the 1,000+ practice questions to hone your skills
Get the most from the experience – make sense of post-test feedback and learn to use that information to assist you in your ongoing career development

Open the book and find:

How to understand psychometric tests and their purpose
What psychometric tests measure and why
Ways to stay calm and composed during test sessions
What to expect from each abiltity test
What to expect on personality tests
Dozens of practice tests
Tips on dealing with online testing
How to make sense of post-test feedback