Peoplewise - PsyCap Potential Brochure

Our research-led, global model of potential enables us to predict potential – the human capacity to grow and succeed – by measuring the established indicators that predict future success and differentiate between performance and potential across key talent populations.

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In today’s VUCA world, organisations

Based on Peoplewise’s research-led, global model of potential,

are finding it increasingly critical to be

PsyCap Potential pulls together and measures in a single

able to accurately assess and unlock

comprehensive, rigorous assessment, the critical psychological

leadership potential in critical talent

capabilities that are consistently shown to be associated with

populations.

potential, future success and marginal risk – Mental Agility, Confidence, Resilience, Drive, and Emotional Agility. PsyCap Potential allows organisations to predict potential, identify and develop talent and build strong critical talent pipelines to future-proof their organisations.

Developed using our market leading experience in the field of leadership assessment and development 2

Validated using our research in organisations and empirically published scientific research

Applied in organisations to differentiate between performance and potential in key talent populations

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Completed online via our secure Enable platform

Based on extensive peer-reviewed global research and workplace validation Benchmarks & comparisons against international norm groups Assessment of test-taking behaviours Deep-dive probing of psychological capabilities

Profile the strengths and potential risks of individuals and aggregate populations

PsyCap Potential measures critical psychological capabilities that have been shown to be at the heart at predicting leadership potential, future success and marginal risk. These are not specific skills or knowledge, but rather the personal qualities that influence an individual’s professional and personal success.

Application of PsyCap Potential addresses the following business needs: • As a rigorous assessment for recruiting new staff • To identify stretch potential and readiness for future roles • To provide benchmark assessment to inform talent management and succession planning • To support selection and development on high potential talent programmes • To establish a baseline to determine individual development needs and support individuals to understand and unlock hidden areas of potential • To form the basis of coaching programmes • To prepare leaders for transition challenges

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Specifically, PsyCap Potential measures the ability to: High mental agility is widely regarded as the strongest predictor of leadership potential.

As part of the PeopleWise Model of Potential, mental agility refers to the capacity to think conceptually, analytically, clearly and flexibly.

It measures observation skills, clear thinking ability, intellectual

• think flexibly to recognise order in the midst of apparent chaos • abstract meaning out of ambiguity and uncertainty

• formulate new concepts when faced with novel information • focus on certain aspects of a task and ignore irrelevant detail • integrate information and develop logical arguments

capacity and intellectual efficiency. It rewards individuals who are

The non-verbal aspect of the mental agility assessment minimises

able to switch easily between contexts and levels of analysis in

the impact of language skills on performance.

order to solve complex problems and understand new situations.

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Specifically, PsyCap Potential measures the ability to: Research shows that emotional agility predicts leadership potential due to its association with the ability to cope with change and stress; to build strong interpersonal relationships; and to influence others effectively.

As part of the PeopleWise Model of Potential, emotional agility is defined as

• recognise and understand the root cause of one’s own emotional responses to different situations • acknowledge and meet the emotional needs of a person or situation by considering their perspective

information to guide one’s thinking and actions. Emotional agility focuses on

• use interpersonal skills to regulate the emotional reactions of others and respond by adapting one’s own behaviours to achieve positive interpersonal outcomes

enables individuals to build and reinforce positive relationships, reduce

• build and maintain mutually beneficial and trusting relationships by being principled and consistent

errors, become more innovative and influence stakeholders.

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Specifically, PsyCap Potential measures the degree to which an Confidence is the fundamental basis from which leadership grows. Without

individual is likely to:

with authority and admit mistakes to further grow and develop.

• Hold a high level of certainty and self-belief in one’s abilities and future capability to achieve goals, overcome challenges, and succeed across a variety of situations.

As part of the PeopleWise Model of Potential, confidence refers to the

• Put themselves forward for new, diverse and stretching challenges.

confidence, there is no foundation upon which to make decisions, lead

ability to take on and put in the necessary effort to succeed at new and challenging tasks. It pertains to a feeling of certainty about one’s ability to

• Believe in their ability to perform in familiar and unfamiliar situations

higher levels of confidence have a deep-seated sense of their ability to

• Back their own judgement, make decisions and defend their views where necessary

succeed, be that in a job role, team and organisation. IndividualsOutcomes. with succeed and thrive in the work environment, and are assured in their ability to adapt and thrive in the face of novel or stretching challenges.

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Specifically, PsyCap Potential measures the degree to which an Resilience is a key psychological capability that differentiates people’s ability to thrive, not just survive in the workplace. It is the ability to build a strong base of positive resilience from which people can launch, sustain and grow themselves.

As part of the PeopleWise Model of Potential, resilience refers to the ability

• Use pressure to stimulate, drive and enhance performance • Remain determined and focused when faced with obstacles and setbacks • Stay optimistic and positive during setbacks and sustained periods of upheaval or change

to persevere, adapt and grow from adversity, threat or challenge.

• Regain focus in emotionally charged situations and effectively prioritise where best to focus their attention

adaptively respond to the requirements of a situation - bouncing back

• Regulate their own emotions under pressure to behave appropriately and make considered, objective decisions

Individuals with higher levels of resilience are likely to assess andOutcomes. from setbacks, and using them as opportunities to learn and grow.

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individual is likely to:

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Specifically, PsyCap Potential measures the degree that an individual has: Effective leaders possess a drive to succeed that is contagious. They are able to motivate their employees and make them believe in the company's vision.

As part of the PeopleWise Model of Potential, drive refers to the motivation for completing tasks and succeeding in a role, team and organisation.

Individuals with higher levels of drive are likely to persevere, strive for, and achieve success, regardless of the challenges they face. This determination will have a positive impact on their performance.

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• A strong personal vision of the future

• The inclination to set, review and pursue goals • The ability to channel their commitment and ambition to achieve goals • A forward-focused outlook with an ambition to achieve excellence

• The ability to take ownership to execute action and realise strategic objectives

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Our 5 critical psychological capabilities of Potential mapped to our behavioural leadership capabilities.

PsyCap Potential Interview Insights delivers deep dive understanding of a person’s leadership capability and stretch capacity.

We offer a suite of reports from the PsyCap Potential instrument, including: •

Profiler report

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Development report

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Interview insights report

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Executive summary report High Potential (HiPo) Assessment Success profiling (per leadership level, or job role) Psychometric assessment (different normative groups) Interview insights assessment (mapped to leadership level) Talent analytics, succession planning & future outcomes tracking High Potential (HiPo) Development Individual development reports 1-1 feedback for individuals 1-1 feedback for managers / HR Coaching programmes & deep-dive 1-1 sessions L&D modules / programmes Business case simulation deep-dive workshops Talent analytics & development planning

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We provide individual participants and client organisations with rich, in-depth feedback insights, in order to create sustainable behaviour shift, and expertly inform organisational talent processes and decisions.

PsyCap Potential looks at individuals and teams across several dimensions, focusing on behavioural strengths, development areas and potential derailers in workplace potential, readiness and performance. Our varied analyses prove invaluable to organisations as they plan their people strategy to inform sustainable business growth.

All of our psychometrics are accompanied by a feedback report. Feedback can be enhanced further by: •

Validation interview

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One-to-one feedback coaching session

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Team insight sessions

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Aggregated organisational analytics and future outcomes tracking

We provide accreditation training to certify HR professionals and practitioners on PsyCap Potential.

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is a leader in Talent Management, with a 20 year track record in delivering excellence across diverse market sectors. We partner globally and deliver locally to build business strength by harnessing the full potential of people.

Our business is our people, and our world class team of international business psychology consultants are committed to working with organisations to define, identify, engage and develop their people capability.

Call us on: +44 (0)20 3008 6640 contactus@peoplewise.co.uk www.peoplewise.co.uk

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We combine psychological insights and best practice with a comprehensive appreciation of our clients’ business needs, to enable change in individuals, teams and organisations. We ensure our interventions transform from the inside out to achieve sustainable and strategic personal and business growth.

measuring capabilities predicting potential

measuring capabilities predicting potential