The value of Hiring Simulation Assessments®
The Problem
Over 75% of hiring decisions are made due to "liking" the candidate. Liking a candidate has nothing to do with their ability to execute in key elements of the role.
The Solution
Hire Results Ltd. developed the original Hiring Simulation Assessment framework to allow hiring teams to see candidates in action, resulting in over 20 years of successful hiring decisions as our clients engage with candidates as if they are in the roles today!
Example
Airlines would not hire an airline pilot based on their interview skills and likability. Pilot candidates are taken to a flight simulator and asked to fly the plane in a realistic but safe environment. Why would you not do the same for critical hires in your organization?
Take the guess work out of your next hire!
There is little relationship between interview skills & performance when on the job! Hiring teams need to see candidates in action before making a hiring decision. Hiring Simulation Assessments provide for this level of risk management.
Proven Methodology
Hire Results Ltd. developed the original Hiring Simulation Assessment framework centered around client & candidate transparency. We will follow these steps when working with our valued clients and candidates:
Performance Indicator (PI) meeting with hiring team
This is more than a job description meeting but rather a critical discovery phase for designing Simulation Assessments and developing the Search strategy.
Executive Search Strategy (If required)
The Hire Results Ltd team will review the PI meeting notes and design the most efficient and effective activities required to approach the highest-level candidates for the open role.
Hiring Simulation Assessment® development
Hire Results Ltd team develops a draft of Hiring Simulation Assessments® that best reflects critical activities that the successful candidate must execute at the highest level. Draft is reviewed, modified and approved by hiring team.
Sourcing and approaching candidates
Hire Results Ltd database, networking contacts, market analysis, LinkedIn and other social networks are used in the sourcing strategy. The Hiring Simulation Assessment® process is used as a recruitment tool to assist passive candidates in managing their risk. The Hire Results Ltd team professionally and confidentially seek out candidates to qualify the potential targets and identifying whether they are suitable for the role.
Short listing candidates
The Hire Results Ltd team, with the assistance of the client hiring team will narrow candidate list down for Hiring Simulation Assessment® process.
Hiring Simulation Assessments®
This risk management phase differentiates Hire Results Ltd from all other Search firms. Short listed candidates and hiring teams are guided through highly interactive activities to engage candidates and teams in simulation activities.
Scoring used for logical hiring
Throughout the Hiring Simulation Assessment® process, hiring teams and candidates use Hire Results Ltd proprietary competency based online scorecard to assist in hiring decisions.
References on final candidate
In-depth referencing is conducted by the Hire Results Ltd team on final candidate and presented in decision making format.
Offer and acceptance by candidate
Hire Results Ltd will work with the hiring team to ensure an offer is formatted to meet both the company and candidate's expectations. Hire Results Ltd will finalize signed offer and ensure smooth onboarding of successful candidate.
Partners
Craig Bissett - Founder & President Hire Results Ltd
Our Team – Hire Results Ltd.
At Hire Results Ltd., we’re passionate about transforming how companies hire. Our team of seasoned Hiring Simulation Assessment consultants brings decades of experience in business leadership, talent acquisition, and performance evaluation to help organizations make smarter, more confident hiring decisions.
Led by Craig Bissett, President and Founder, our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that go beyond traditional hiring methods. Craig’s vision of using real-world simulations to assess candidates' skills, strategy, and fit has shaped our proven approach, empowering clients to build stronger, more successful teams.
From small businesses to large enterprises across North America, we’ve helped our clients avoid costly hiring mistakes by focusing on what matters most—performance and results. Our consultants are committed to partnering with each client to design customized assessments that provide deep insights into candidates' capabilities, ensuring every hire is the right hire.
At Hire Results Ltd., we’re proud to be trusted advisors in shaping the future of hiring, one simulation at a time.
Craig founded Hire Results Ltd in 2002 and has worked extensively with senior management teams throughout North America. He has been a partner in three Human Capital firms in Canada during his career.
Craig's original vision for Hire Results Ltd. was to be a Hiring Simulation Assessment® company, however, the demand to add Search to the business was driven by the demand of the marketplace. The Search and Hiring Simulation Assessment® process is changing the way hiring teams are attracting and making smart hiring decisions.
Craig is author of the book "My Worst Hire & What I Learned From It" and speaks with hiring teams on how to manage their risk when making hiring decisions.
Phone: 416-729-5549
Email: craigb@hireresults.ca
Craig is a graduate of Ryerson University in Business and Economics.
Paul Vassilou - Sr. Partner
As part of the Hire Results Ltd senior management team, Paul has extensive experience in engineering, sales and market development within the energy industry with various multinational corporations.
Since 2005, Paul has leveraged his corporate experience into the Human Capital marketplace as a specialist in recruiting business professionals – engineering, environmental, energy, manufacturing, and other key market sectors – from mid-level management to executive.
Paul speaks regularly at industry events on Search and Hiring Simulation Assessment topics.
Phone: 647-219-4397
Email: paulv@hireresults.ca
Paul holds a Bachelor of Technology degree in Civil Engineering and Bachelor of Science degree in Technology Management.
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