The Role of Psychometric Testing in Strengthening Employee Retention and Organizational Success
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https://doi.org/10.31305/trjtm2025.v05.n01.005Keywords:
Employee retention, psychometric testing, talent management, employee engagement, recruitment, personality assessmentAbstract
Employee retention remains a significant challenge for organizations worldwide, impacting productivity, morale, and financial performance. This paper explores the critical role of psychometric testing as a predictive and strategic tool to enhance employee retention. Psychometric assessments—including personality, aptitude, and emotional intelligence tests—offer valuable insights into individual behavioural traits and cognitive abilities that influence job fit, engagement, and turnover risk. By integrating psychometric data with retention goals, organizations can make data-driven decisions in recruitment, talent management, and leadership development. This alignment facilitates personalized interventions, fosters a culture of fairness and psychological safety, and supports continuous monitoring of workforce dynamics. The research highlights the practical implications for HR practitioners, emphasizing how psychometric testing can be leveraged to mitigate common retention challenges such as employee disengagement, turnover, and misalignment with organizational culture. Ultimately, this study demonstrates that strategic use of psychometric tools contributes to building a motivated, resilient, and committed workforce, thereby sustaining organizational success in a competitive environment.
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