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Hiring the wrong person costs your organization times, money, and morale. What if you could understand a candidate's thinking skills, behavioral traits, and motivational interests before you make an offer?
PXT Select is a scientifically validated hiring assessment from Wiley, built on over 30 years of research. it gives hiring managers and HR professionals the data they need to screen candidates, compare applicants to a job-specific performance model, ask better interview and reference check questions, and make confident hiring decisions. Then, continue using the same data to onboard, coach, and develop employees for years to come.
At Work Ignited, we help organizations implement PXT Select quickly and affordably. Whether you want your own dashboard to manage assessments in-house or you'd like us to run them for you, we make it easy to get started - often in just a few hours.
What is PXT Select?
PXT Select is a multiple-choice, online assessment that measures three dimensions of a candidate or employee.
Thinking Style
How a person processes information, solves problems, and communicates.
PXT Select measures verbal and numerical skills and reasoning, giving you a composite picture of a candidate's cognitive abilities.
Behavioral Traits
Nine workplace behaviors that influence how someone approaches their job: Pace, Assertiveness, Sociability, Conformity, Outlook, Decisiveness, Accommodation, Independence, and Judgment. These aren't "good" or "bad." they're about fit for the specific role.
Motivational Interests
What motivates a person. PXT Select ranks six interest areas: Creative, Enterprising, Financial/Admin, People Service, Mechanical, and Technical, helping you understand whether a candidate will find the work fulfilling and stay engaged over time.
The assessment takes most candidates about 45 minutes to complete and uses computerized adaptive testing, which means the questions adjust based on each person's responses. This reduces assessment fatigue and makes the results incredibly accurate.
How PXT Select Works: The Performance Model
This is where PXT Select becomes truly powerful and what sets it apart from simpler personality of hiring tests.
Before you assess a single candidate, we help you build a Performance Model for the role you're filling. A Performance Model is a snapshot of the ideal thinking skills, behavioral traits, and interests for that specific job. It's not a generic template, but a profile based on what actually drives success in that position within your organization. This gets your team on the same page about the qualities of the ideal applicant.
3 Ways to Build a Performance Model
Library Models: PXT Select includes a growing library of pre-built models aligned with common job roles, developed using tens of thousands of top and bottom performers. Use these as-is or as a starting point.
Job Analysis Surveys: Supervisors and others who know the job well complete a survey about job-related activities. This data is combined with a Library model to create a customized fit for your organization.
Concurrent Studies: Assess your current top performers and let the system build a model based on what makes them successful. You can even use low-performer data so you know what to avoid.
We'll work with you to build Performance Models that reflect your organization's unique culture, values, and expectations. So, you're not just hiring based on a job description. You're hiring based on what actually predicts success at your company.
PXT Select Reports:
One Assessment. Over a Dozen Free Reports.
For Hiring and Candidate Selection
Comprehensive Selection Report: The primary hiring report shows one candidate's results compared to the Performance Model in both graph and narrative form, including a percent fit score. Get customized interview questions so you and the hiring manager know just where to probe during the process.
Multiple Candidates Report: Compare finalists for the same role so you can see, at a glance, who fits best and where each person's strengths and gaps are.
Multiple Positions Report — Have a strong candidate who might fit several open roles? This report ranks one person to multiple Performance Models by fit percentage making this perfect for internal mobility, succession planning, and "best seat on the bus" decisions.
For Onboarding and Coaching
Coaching Report: Give this to the new hire's manager to provide personalized coaching tips for each scale, showing how the employee approaches their work and where they might benefit from support.
Manager-Employee Report: Compares the manager's behavioral traits to the employee's, side by side. It provides practical tips for building an effective working relationship from day one.
Individual's Feedback Report: A candidate-safe version with no scores and no Performance Model comparison. Written in a positive, constructive tone, it's perfect for sharing with new hires during onboarding to help them understand their own working style.
For Teams, Leadership and Succession Planning
Leadership and Sales Reports: Drill down for deeper insight about an individual's ability to lead or to thrive in a sales role.
Team Report: See how all team members compare across the nine behavioral traits. Each person gets a personalized version with tips for how their style interacts with the team's dynamics. Great for team-building sessions and identifying cultural gaps.
Multiple Positions Report: Compare a high-potential employee to future roles in your organization for succession planning, to understand development gaps, and to define targeted career paths.
Why Organizations Choose PXT Select
Over Other Hiring Assessments
If you've looked at other tools, you've probably discovered that they are either too basic, too complicated, or honestly, not suitable for candidate screening. At Work Ignited, we work hard to ensure we provide only top-rated, scientifically-backed assessment products that are also simple to administer and cost effective for your organization.
Measures the
Whole Person
Many assessments focus only on personality or only on cognitive ability. PXT Select measures both, plus motivational interests. You get a complete, three-dimensional view of every candidate.
Customized
Interview Questions
PXT Select doesn't just give a fit score, it generates behavioral interview questions specific to each candidate, with "listen for" tips so you know what a strong answer sounds like.
The Data Keeps Working After the Hire
Assessments are often lost after the start date. PXT Select fuels onboarding, team building, coaching, leadership, succession planning, and more. The ROI compounds over the entire employee lifecycle.
Backed by
30 Years of Research
Published by Wiley, PXT Select uses computerized adaptive testing for precision and has been validated across industries and job levels worldwide.
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How to Get Started with PXT Select
Getting up and running with PXT Select is simpler than you think. Here's how it works:
Choose Your
Approach
Choose to manage PXT Select through your own dashboard, or have us run assessments for you. If your hiring volume is low or you just want to try it out, having us manage it is a great way to start. For organizations with regular hiring needs, your own dashboard gives you full control.
Build Your
Performance Models
We'll walk you through building Performance Models for your key roles. This is the most important step, and it's where our experience makes a real difference. We've helped organizations across healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, education, technology, and more get this right.
Become a PXT Select Expert Practitioner
Our free, virtual, self-paced course teaches you to use PXT Select assessments across the entire employee life cycle. Then, we'll help you turn data into actionable insights, while boosting your knowledge, toolkit, and confidence with the tools.
Assess Your
Candidates
You'll have the ability to assess candidates as they apply or after you prescreen them. Results are available immediately.
Plus, you get our ongoing support whenever you need it.
How Much Does PXT Select Cost?
The PXT Select assessment costs $295 including the Comprehensive Selection Report, Leadership and Sales specialty reports, Individual Report for Onboarding, Coaching and Manager-Employee Reports for development, Team Reports, and more. You get the entire suite for each candidate for one low price. Plus, volume discounts are available for as few as 10 assessments and enterprise licenses are available as well.
We'll get you up and running, train your team and your managers, help you build your initial Performance Models.
Your own administrative dashboard and our friendly and responsive service is free, as long as you continue to purchase profiles from us.
Frequently Asked Questions About PXT Select
What does PXT Select measure?
PXT Select measures three areas: Thinking Style (cognitive abilities like verbal skill, verbal reasoning, numerical ability, and numeric reasoning), Behavioral Traits (nine workplace behaviors including pace, assertiveness, sociability, and more), and Interests (six motivational interest areas). Together, these give you a comprehensive view of a candidate's potential fit for any role.
How long does the PXT Select assessment take?
Most candidates complete the assessment in about 45 minutes. Some finish faster, others need a bit more time. The assessment uses computerized adaptive testing to prevent assessment fatigue and adjust difficulty based on each person's responses. Results are available as soon as the candidate finishes the questionnaire.
Can I use PXT Select for current employees, not just candidates?
Absolutely. Many of our clients use PXT Select for onboarding, coaching, internal promotions, team development, succession planning, career pathing, and more. The Coaching Report, Manager-Employee Report, Multiple Positions Report, and Team Report are specifically designed for these purposes.
How is PXT Select different from other assessments like DiSC, WorkPlace Big Five Profile, Predictive Index, and Hogan?
Everything DiSC measures behavioral styles for communication, teamwork, and development. It is not advised to use DiSC for candidate screening, as people can adapt their behaviors during the process. The WorkPlace Big Five Profile and Predictive Index are authorized for candidate screening, however, they are one dimensional tools that only measure personality or behavioral traits. PXT Select measures personality traits, thinking skills, and motivational interests for the same price. Hogan provides powerful assessments that are typically more complicated to understand, require deeper certification levels, and come at a higher price point.
Do I need certification to use PXT Select?
No. Certification is not required. A self-paced, virtual program will get you up to speed very quickly. Then, we provide hands on support for creating Performance Models, dashboard training, and helping you identify the best way to make PXT Select come to life in your organization.
Can I get my own dashboard to manage assessments?
Absolutely. In fact, we always say, "the keeper of the data has all the power!" We'll set up your dashboard at no charge, train you to use it, and support you on an ongoing basis as long as you continue to purchase your profiles from us. If you're hiring volume is low, we can also run assessments for you on a per-assessment basis.
What industries use PXT Select?
PXT Select is used across virtually every industry. Our clients use it in healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, technology, sales, education, not-for-profits, sports and entertainment, and more.
Is PXT Select best for certain levels within an organization?
PXT Select can be used at any level in an organization from entry level to executive level positions. The Performance Model library contains hundreds of proven profiles from all industries and levels within organizations.
A unique report is available for Leadership so you can understand how someone will set vision, develop people, and perform other leadership functions. A Comprehensive Selection Report has also been customized for sales positions, with the most notable difference being the types of interview questions the report recommends. A Customer Service Profile has been developed for those in front line service roles and a Step One Survey is available for the most entry level positions. All of these tools are included in your dashboard.
What if we're not interested in testing for cognitive ability or thinking skills?
PXT Select is available in a "non-cognitive" version that only assesses for behavioral traits and motivational interests. In some cases, you might choose to use this version. However, know that many studies have shown that cognitive skills are a strong predictor of performance in many positions. Also, cognitive skills are very difficult to build through development. So, in most cases, we encourage you to use the full assessment.
Why Work with Work Ignited for PXT Select?
Hi. I'm Amy Pearl.
I love assessments. What I love even more is helping people like you bring them to life in your organization.
For over 25 years, our team at Work Ignited has helped HR and talent acquisition professionals implement assessments that take the guesswork out of hiring. PXT Select is one of the most comprehensive tools we've ever worked with and our clients love how much value they get from a single assessment.
Whether you're hiring for one critical role or building an enterprise-wide selection process, I'll help you get started quickly and make sure you have everything you need for success.
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Step-by-Step Implementation: We'll walk you through your dashboard, Performance Models, assessments, and results.
Flexible and Budget-Friendly Options: Whether you want a full dashboard or a done-for-you approach, we make PXT Select work for your budget and your hiring volume.
25+ Years of Assessment Expertise: We've implemented assessments in just about every way imaginable in organizations of every size, across every industry. We know what works and we'll share our secrets with you!
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Employee Appreciation Gifts by DiSC Style
Employee Appreciation Gifts by DiSC Style
This year, give gifts with style!
One‑size‑fits‑all employee recognition is easy, but it rarely hits the mark. Our teams are made up of people with very different personalities, needs, and preferences and their Everything DiSC profiles give us a simple language for understanding what actually makes them feel appreciated. When we match our employee appreciation gifts and recognition to each DiSC style, we strengthen teamwork, boost engagement, and create a more genuinely motivating work experience.
Over the years, I’ve watched leaders struggle with Employee Appreciation Week. They want to do something meaningful, but they end up handing out the same gift card or snack basket to everyone and hoping it lands. Recently, I worked with a client who decided to use her team’s DiSC profiles to guide her gift-giving strategy, and the difference was incredible. I watched a true sense of feeling appreciated come over each team member as they opened their gifts. And, they couldn't wait to see what their colleagues received. The conversation around recognition turned into a powerful team building moment instead of an awkward check‑the‑box activity. That experience inspired me to pull together these DiSC‑based gift and recognition ideas you can use with your own team.
Gift Giving Made Easy
Click here to view 12 gifts that I've sorted by DiSC style to make it easy for you to shop. Each includes a link right to Amazon so you can order, personalize, and ship your gifts in just a few minutes.
Employee Appreciation Week starts on March 2nd. So don't delay!
Keep reading to learn why this is important and for more ideas.
Why use Everything DiSC for employee appreciation?
Using Everything DiSC for employee appreciation helps you move beyond generic praise and align recognition with what each person values most at work. DiSC profiles highlight whether someone is more driven by results, relationships, stability, or quality, which gives you a practical roadmap for choosing gifts, recognition messages, and team building activities that actually resonate. When employees feel seen in this way, teamwork improves because people feel respected for their unique strengths, not just their work.
How do I use DiSC styles to pick better employee appreciation gifts?
Use www.catalyst.everythingdisc.com or your own DiSC Profile report to think about each employee’s primary DiSC style. Do they demonstrate Dominance (direct, decisive, and goal-oriented), influence (energetic, idea-generators, and relationship-oriented), Steadiness (helpful, patient, and team-oriented), or Conscientiousness (high standards, analytical, and quality-minded)? Then, use the Appreciation Checklist below to choose:
One gift idea that fits their style
One personalized experience to show appreciation
One short message you can say or write
This keeps your recognition simple, personalized, and aligned with both DiSC insights and your broader trust and team building goals.
Appreciation Checklist:
Choose a gift, a personalized experience, and a message based on your team member's DiSC Style
D Style – Dominant, Direct, Results‑Focused
People with a D‑style value productivity, autonomy, and visible impact. They often value appreciation that respects their take-charge style and highlights their results.
Gift ideas (click here to access Amazon links):
Goal or habit tracker notebook or planner
Portable fast charger for their devices
Travel mug to celebrate their problem solving skills while on the go
Personalized experience ideas:
Give them ownership of a high‑impact project or decision
Offer a “friction‑free” day (no meetings, more autonomy)
Publicly acknowledge a key result they drove in a meeting
Words to say or write:
“Thanks for driving results on our toughest projects. Your decisiveness and willingness to take charge make a real difference for our organization.”
i Style – Influence, Outgoing, Innovative
People with an i‑style love energy, recognition, and connection. They tend to value appreciation that feels fun, social, and visible.
Gift ideas (click here to access Amazon links):
Inspiring idea or creativity journal
Mood‑boosting desktop game
“Positivi‑Tea” or affirmation‑style mug
Personalized experience ideas:
Personally deliver the gift or call them to say thank you
Give them a role hosting or energizing a team event
Highlight their impact on team morale during a staff meeting
Words to say or write:
“Your energy and positivity make work more fun and keep our team connected. Thank you for the way you bring people together.”
S Style – Steadiness, Helpful, Supportive
People with an S‑style appreciate stability, collaboration, and feeling genuinely cared for. They tend to value thoughtful, calm, and personal forms of appreciation.
Gift ideas (click here to access Amazon links):
Gratitude journal
Affirmation paperweight or inspirational desk item
Warm, cozy candle or comfort‑themed item
Personalized experience ideas:
Personally deliver the gift and allow time for a relaxed conversation
Offer flexible time or a quieter day with fewer disruptions
Ask them to mentor a new team member, highlighting how much you trust them
Words to say or write:
“Thank you for being the steady, reliable presence our team can count on. I appreciate your kindness and support.”
C Style – Conscientious, Analytical, Quality‑Focused
People with a C‑style value expertise, accuracy, and high standards. They tend to appreciate recognition that acknowledges their strong thinking and respect for details.
Gift ideas (click here to access Amazon links):
Structured meeting and note taking journal
Desk caddy or organizational tool
Analytics‑themed mug that nods to their strengths
Personalized experience ideas:
Give them protected time for deep, focused work
Invite them to improve a process or system that matters to them
Ask for their expert input on an important decision and act on it when possible
Words to say or write:
“Your attention to detail and commitment to quality raise the bar for all of us. Thank you for the thought you put into getting things right.”
How can I use DiSC for team building, not just gifts?
Everything DiSC is also a powerful tool for team building and improving workplace culture, not just for gift‑giving moments. One quick exercise is to use Everything DiSC on Catalyst to create a group profile for your team, and review your composite DiSC map together; then use the conversation starters to talk about how your team’s mix of styles influences communication, decision‑making, and collaboration. This turns Employee Appreciation Week into an opportunity to strengthen relationships and build a shared language for how you work together.
Here are the action steps:
Log on to www.catalyst.everythingdisc.com.
Click on Groups and then, Create Group to build your team’s composite DiSC profile.
In your next team meeting, click on Group Insights to explore your team’s map.
Use the Conversation Starters to talk about how you can make better decisions and communicate more clearly as a team.
Employee Appreciation Week Starts March 2nd!
There's just a few short weeks to get your employee appreciation ideas together. Email me at [email protected] to let me know your creative and personalized gift ideas!
