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Discover insights into culture, engagement, talent acquisition and employee development.

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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Hiring (11)

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Why does predictive hiring matter for modern teams

Predictive hiring matters because it allows you to use data and behavioural science to accurately forecast how a candidate will perform and fit...

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Best ATS for companies with 200 employees in Australia

The best ATS for a company with 200 employees in Australia does more than store resumes. It assesses candidate fit, automates screening, keeps data...

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Is behavioural profile test necessary for mid-market companies

A behavioural profile test is necessary for mid-market companies because it provides the objective data needed to measure team fit, reduce expensive...

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How to improve candidate experience and win top talent

To improve candidate experience, treat applicants like customers: cut application friction, communicate at every stage, assess people fairly on what...

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How does culture fit hiring work in healthcare

Culture fit hiring in healthcare works by identifying candidates whose personal values, work behaviours, and interpersonal styles align with an...

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ATS for utilities New Zealand: finding the right fit

The best ATS for utilities in New Zealand must balance high-volume recruitment capabilities with rigorous compliance tracking and local...

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Why legal services need behavioural hiring for long-term success

Legal services need behavioural hiring because technical expertise alone does not predict how a solicitor will handle high-pressure environments,...

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What is psychometric hiring

Psychometric hiring is a scientific approach to recruitment that uses standardised assessments to measure a candidate's cognitive abilities,...

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Product Update May 2026

Last month we said the bigger AI news was weeks away, not months. Here’s the first of it. We’ve shipped roleplay coaching in Hey Compono, our...

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How does culture fit hiring work in superannuation funds

Culture fit hiring in superannuation funds works by aligning a candidate’s personal values and work behaviours with the fund’s member-first mission...

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The complete guide to employee onboarding: best practices for 2025

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What is a Job Description? Understanding Its Importance and Components

A job description is a formal document that sets out a role's purpose, essential duties,...
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HRIS system: complete guide to human resource information systems

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Understanding Performance Evaluation Bias for HR Managers

Last reviewed August 2026 Bias in performance appraisal is a systematic error in judgement that...
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