The WSA is a career exploration tool, which assesses personality traits that are related to effective job performance. It is a straightforward and effective tool designed to help counsellors, hiring managers and job applicants understand the strengths and weaknesses that may affect an individual’s compatibility with a job or work environment. The WSA includes a User’s Workbook for the examinee to explore career options and learn about their own working style. The Summary Score Sheet provides professionals with information about a candidate’s preferred working styles and strengths.
The WSA measures 18 constructs, which are grouped into five general categories:
- Drive
- Interpersonal Skills
- Adjustment
- Responsibility
- Problem Solving
Applications
- Can help individuals better understand their personal work preferences and how they approach situations in the workplace.
- Can aid hiring managers in identifying preferred working styles and strengths.
- Can guide developmental conversations between a manager and an employee.