Why Non-Technical Skill Assessments Matter

Hiring for non-technical roles presents unique challenges. Resumes often list inferred skills without concrete evidence of a candidate’s real-world capabilities. This influx of unverified talent leaves HR and talent acquisition teams struggling to differentiate top candidates from those with polished but unsubstantiated applications. Glider AI’s non-technical skills assessments offer a transformative approach, helping organizations validate skills and streamline hiring processes with data-driven precision.

The Challenge: Too Many Resumes, Not Enough Insights

A recent survey by SHRM revealed that 85% of hiring managers have encountered candidates who exaggerate or misrepresent their skills on resumes. The rise of AI tools that enhance resumes has only amplified this issue, leading to increased risks of mis-hires and longer recruitment cycles. In fact, a study by CareerBuilder found that a single bad hire can cost a company nearly $15,000, and 74% of companies admit to hiring the wrong person for a position.

85% of hiring managers have encountered candidates who exaggerate or misrepresent their skills on resumes.

How Glider AI Solves This Problem: Non-Technical Skills Assessments

Glider AI provides role-specific assessments tailored to functions like marketing, sales, finance, business operations, and more. The platform uses advanced AI technologies to ensure that only the best candidates make it through the hiring process.

Role Specific Skill Assessments

Glider AI’s assessments are tailored to specific roles and responsibilities, evaluating candidates through hands-on tasks and situational assessments that mirror real-world challenges.

• Sales roles: Develop sales strategies and handle simulated client negotiations.
• Finance roles: Perform financial analysis and budgeting tasks.
• Marketing roles: Create go-to-market strategies and analyze campaign performance.

AI-Driven Performance Evaluation

Glider AI Skills Validation Platform™ assesses candidates on how well they apply their skills in practical scenarios, using AI evaluation of candidate performance to offer unbiased and objective insights.

• Data-Driven Scoring: Provides quantitative insights into candidate proficiency.
• Customizable Benchmarks: Allows setting role-specific thresholds to match company standards.

Soft Skills & Business Acumen Assessment

Beyond evaluating hard skills–how well a candidate addresses the skill requirements of the job–Glider AI assesses critical soft skills and business acumen that are often the key to success in non-technical roles.

• Persuasion & Negotiation: Essential for sales and client interactions.
• Active Listening & Emotional Intelligence: Important for customer service and leadership roles.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Vital for strategic roles in business operations.

AI Proctoring: Ensuring Integrity and Authenticity

One of Glider AI’s standout features is its AI proctoring technology, which ensures the authenticity of assessments.

• Real-Time Monitoring: Utilizes facial recognition, gaze tracking, and behavior analysis to detect any signs of cheating.
• Automatic Red Flags: Alerts recruiters to suspicious behavior such as looking away from the screen, using a secondary device, or receiving external assistance.

This feature maintains the integrity of the assessments and provides confidence that candidates’ performances are genuine. A recent study by Talent Board found that 43% of hiring managers discovered fraudulent behavior during unproctored assessments, underscoring the importance of AI proctoring.

The Benefits of Non-Technical Skill Assessments

1. Improved Hiring Accuracy: Validating practical skills reduces the risk of costly mis-hires.
2. Faster Time-to-Hire: Automated assessments accelerate the evaluation process, enabling quicker shortlisting of candidates.
3. Enhanced Candidate Experience: Candidates can demonstrate their skills through practical assessments, moving beyond traditional resumes.
4. Objective, Data-Driven Decisions: Leverage performance metrics and AI proctoring data to make informed hiring choices.

Real-World Impact: A Case Study

A global business services company implemented Glider AI to improve hiring for sales and customer service roles. The company faced challenges with unqualified candidates advancing to final interview stages, wasting valuable time and resources.

Results:

• 30% increase in hiring efficiency by eliminating unsuitable candidates early.
• 50% reduction in interview-to-hire ratio, streamlining the entire process.
• Enhanced new hire performance, with managers reporting stronger alignment between job expectations and new employee contributions.

Building a Skills-First Future

As organizations face increased pressure to make precise hiring decisions, Glider AI offers a robust solution with non-technical skills assessments and AI proctoring. The platform empowers recruiters to make smarter, data-backed decisions, ensuring that new hires possess the right mix of skills and integrity to contribute effectively to business success.