Optimizing Job Search: A Practical Guide to Using Personality Tests for Better Career Alignment

Abstract

The job search process can be a complex and challenging journey, particularly for individuals in Indonesia who seek opportunities that align with their skills, aspirations, and personality traits. This study explores the role of personality assessments in enhancing the job search process by providing a structured approach to career alignment. Using a quantitative research design, data were collected from 78 participants actively seeking new employment or career advancement opportunities. A structured questionnaire consisting of 21 questions was distributed through random sampling to capture diverse perspectives on the use of personality assessments in job searching. The survey results revealed key challenges faced by job seekers, such as difficulty finding job openings that match their skills (16.67%), aligning career goals with personal strengths (12.18%), preparing for interviews (14.10%), and identifying roles that fit their personality (9.62%). These findings highlight the need for more personalized and targeted job search strategies. Personality assessments, enhanced by technological advancements, are valuable tools for addressing these challenges. By helping job seekers gain deeper insights into their strengths, weaknesses, and preferences, these tools facilitate better job-person fit, improve job satisfaction, and streamline career decision-making. The study demonstrates the potential benefits of integrating personality assessments into the job search process, aiming to create a more efficient, effective, and personalized approach to career development. By offering a structured way to align personal characteristics with job opportunities, personality assessments can play a key role in improving the overall job search experience, reducing job mismatch, and helping individuals make more informed career choices and decisions. Ultimately, this research aims to contribute to a better understanding of how personality assessments can optimize career pathways and improve the efficiency of the job search process.