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View all featured posts, articles by Rudy Crous, (Corporate Psychologist, Compono CEO and Co-founder), or filter below for your desired topic.

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Part 1 - Bloom’s Taxonomy: The Difference Between Knowing the Answer and Understanding What to Do

This is Part 1 of the 'Better Assessment Design Series: Why Good Tests Are About More Than Questions and Scores.' Click here for more in the series. Most assessments look more objective than they really are. They have questions, answer options,...

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Sova assessment alternatives: a buyer's guide for 2026

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Sova assessment alternatives: a buyer's guide for 2026

When evaluating Sova assessment alternatives, your choice depends entirely on whether you need high-volume enterprise filtering, technical skills...

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Best HiBob alternatives for mid-market teams in 2026

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Best HiBob alternatives for mid-market teams in 2026

The best HiBob alternatives in 2026 depend entirely on your company's size, region, and specific needs, with top contenders including BambooHR for...

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LearnUpon Pricing 2026: True Costs, Hidden Fees & Plan Comparison

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LearnUpon Pricing 2026: True Costs, Hidden Fees & Plan Comparison

LearnUpon pricing operates on a custom quote model, with minimum annual contracts typically starting between $10,000 and $15,000, and mid-market...

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Hogan assessment alternatives: choosing the right psychometrics for 2026

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Hogan assessment alternatives: choosing the right psychometrics for 2026

The best Hogan assessment alternatives provide the same psychometric rigour without the steep certification costs, complex reporting, and...

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Best JazzHR Alternatives for Smarter Hiring in 2026

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Best JazzHR Alternatives for Smarter Hiring in 2026

If your team is outgrowing JazzHR's pricing tiers or needs deeper candidate insights beyond basic applicant tracking, the top JazzHR alternatives in...

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Best Recruitee Alternatives for Growing Teams in 2026

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Best Recruitee Alternatives for Growing Teams in 2026

The best Recruitee alternatives in 2026 depend entirely on whether you need a cheaper applicant tracking system, an agency-focused CRM, or a platform...

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Best Go1 Alternatives 2026: A Comparison Guide for HR Leaders

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Best Go1 Alternatives 2026: A Comparison Guide for HR Leaders

The most effective Go1 alternatives for 2026 fall into three distinct categories: integrated workforce intelligence platforms, industry-specific...

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12 Best Officevibe Alternatives for Modern Teams in 2026

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12 Best Officevibe Alternatives for Modern Teams in 2026

The best Officevibe alternatives for 2026 include Culture Amp, Lattice, 15Five, and Compono, offering deeper analytics and performance integration...

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8 best Viva Glint alternatives for modern HR teams in 2026

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8 best Viva Glint alternatives for modern HR teams in 2026

The best Viva Glint alternatives for 2026 include platforms like Culture Amp, Lattice, Workday Peakon, and Compono, which offer deeper workforce...

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