CLARITY.
Intuition is the ability of certain people to misjudge a situation in a matter of seconds.
- Friedrich Dürrenmatt
Good decisions require more than intuition – they require clarity. Especially in critical talent decisions, an objective and well-founded basis is essential. With precise diagnostics, we identify talent accurately and support their development.
Whether it’s trainees, emerging leaders, or experienced executives – we design tailored assessment solutions for every target group. The META3 Assessment combines behavioral interviews with diagnostic testing and allows for the inclusion of internal observers. The results are compiled into a concise report that highlights strengths, development areas, and provides a well-founded recommendation for the role in question.
Process of a Selection Assessment
Kick Off
Creation of a customized competency profile for the position, considering the fundamental company culture
Communication
Involvement of all stakeholders in key components of the process to ensure transparent logic for participants
Design
Development and design of methods, exercises, and tools to highlight relevant competencies, including creation of timelines and schedules for participants and observers
Assessment (virtual or on-site)
Multimodal approach with a semi-structured in-depth interview, complemented by comprehensive diagnostics, self-presentations, and simulations, possibly with internal observers
Reporting
Preparation of a candidate and/or HR report on the overall profile and clear decision recommendations
Feedback
Appreciative feedback to all participants
Our Methods
Selection of Success-Critical Competencies
To assess someone's potential or fit-to-role, we need to understand what the role requires. What personal traits, skills, and behaviors are needed to be successful in this role and within the organization? After an initial interview, we create a role profile that outlines the key competencies needed for the position.
Semi-Structured In-Depth Interview
The semi-structured in-depth interview is focused on the candidate's professional career. We use an interview guide with targeted questions related to the relevant competencies. At the same time, we follow the principles of the Behavioral Event Interview (BEI), which aims to gain detailed insights into candidates' actual behavior, thoughts, and feelings in specific situations.
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Psychometric Methods & Ability Tests
In collaboration with selected partners, we offer a wide range of testing options in the areas of ability tests as well as the assessment of personality dimensions, values, and motives. These empirical methods are scientifically validated and rigorously tested. They are available for various target groups and in multiple languages. We primarily work with the following personality inventories:
- ADEPT 15, scales
- Hogan Assessments
- OPQ, Verify, MQ
- KFALP
- 360° Assessment
Multimodal Approach
Examples of Methods in the Selection Process:
- Self-Presentation or Presentation on a Professional Topic
- 1:1 Role Plays: For example, conducting a performance review, handling a difficult customer conversation, or discussing with colleagues.
- Complex Case Study: Analyzing a case, making decisions, and planning further actions.
We recommend involving internal company representatives alongside an M3 assessor. Experience shows that this increases the acceptance of the process.
A Selection of Formats and Projects
Global Talent Center
Annual execution of Assessment Centers for Leadership or Expert Career Tracks
Certification Organization, 20,000 employees
Orientation Center
Conducted 8 Assessment Centers with 12 identified talents each for internal succession planning in a department
Steel Company, 90,000 employees
Leadership Center
Design and Execution of Development Assessments for Professionals, Managers, and Senior Managers
Cruise Line, 19,000 employees
Management
Audit
Filling 45 positions in a reorganized IT department
Insurance Company, 7,000 employees
Potential
Analyses
Structured and valid assessment of potential for employees and leaders in Sales and Marketing
Aluminum Manufacturer , 1,000employees
