The PAT℠ for Hiring

Stop Hiring Based on Gut Feelings

Transform your recruitment process with The  PAT℠ (Positive Assessment Tool) — a leadership and strengths assessments that help you evaluate candidates beyond the interview and hire with confidence. 

What's Included in Your Annual Subscription

Unlimited PAT℠ Assessments

Screen as many candidates as you need with our scientifically-designed 148-question assessment. No per-use fees, no limits—just unlimited access to make better hiring decisions.

Your Personal Hiring Dashboard

Access comprehensive candidate reports and summaries through your dedicated dashboard. Compare candidates side-by-side and track hiring patterns over time.

1.5 Hours Expert Consulting

Get personalized guidance from our team to integrate PAT℠ into your hiring process and learn how to interpret results for maximum impact on your team building.

Ongoing Expert Support

Email access to Positive Leader consultants for technical support and ad hoc questions. All requests are handled within 24 hours to keep your hiring process moving smoothly.

More than 80% of Fortune 500 companies integrate assessments into their hiring process, revealing insights beyond the reach of interviews alone. With PAT℠, you're accessing the same caliber of hiring intelligence used by industry leaders.

Make Hiring Decisions Based on Data, Not Instinct

Resumes and interviews can only show part of the picture. PAT℠ uncovers behavioral patterns, emotional intelligence strengths, and leadership tendencies that directly impact job performance. By integrating this assessment early in the hiring funnel, organizations quickly identify high-potential candidates—and avoid costly mis-hires.

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What the PAT℠ Measures

The PAT℠ provides an evaluation of the critical factors that drive leadership success and workplace performance. The assessment evaluates:

  • Personality traits and tendencies that influence how candidates approach work, decisions, and collaboration
  • Mindset and growth orientation, including openness to feedback and adaptability
  • Preferred learning styles to understand how individuals acquire new skills and respond to training
  • Communication patterns and effectiveness, highlighting how candidates interact with colleagues and handle conflict
  • Behavioral competencies and leadership behaviors that predict performance in real workplace scenarios

A Simple, Streamlined Process for Busy Hiring Teams

Step 1: Invite Candidates

Send candidates a secure assessment link directly from your dashboard. Most people complete the PAT℠ within 15 minutes

Step 2: Review Results

Receive immediate access to each candidate’s comprehensive report, including strengths, challenge areas, and workplace tendencies.

Step 3: Compare & Decide Confidently

Use side-by-side comparisons to narrow your shortlist. Apply your consulting session to ensure you’re interpreting the data accurately and selecting the best-fit talent.

Your Investment is Protected

We’re so confident in PAT℠ for Hiring that we guarantee you’ll see improved hiring outcomes. Start building the team your organization deserves.

 

FAQs

Find answers to common questions about The PAT℠ for hiring.

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The PAT℠ for Recruiting provides data-driven insights, improves hiring accuracy, reduces turnover, and ensures that new hires align with your company’s values and culture.

Yes, by ensuring a better fit between new hires and your organizational culture, the PAT℠ can help reduce turnover and improve employee satisfaction.

Our experts provide ongoing support, including help with interpreting assessment results and making informed hiring decisions.

The assessment process is designed to be efficient, with results typically available within a few hours of administration.

Yes, the PAT℠ can be tailored to evaluate specific competencies and attributes required for different roles within your organization.

The PAT℠ assesses candidates through a series of tailored questions and scenarios, generating detailed reports on their leadership potential, communication abilities, and alignment with your organization’s culture.