This article explains why the CliftonStrengths® assessment should not be used as a hiring or selection tool.
Organizations often ask whether they can use the CliftonStrengths assessment to help make hiring decisions.
The answer is no — CliftonStrengths is a development tool, not a selection tool.
It is designed to help individuals understand and develop their most dominant talents, not to predict job performance or determine fit for a specific role.
Why CliftonStrengths is not for selection
Gallup does not recommend using CliftonStrengths results to compare candidates or make employment decisions. The assessment does not link specific talent themes to success in particular positions and has not been validated for selection purposes.
CliftonStrengths is intended for personal and professional development, helping individuals and teams build greater self-awareness and apply their strengths to improve performance once they are in a role.
Gallup’s selection solutions
If your organization wants to hire based on talent, Gallup offers analytics-based hiring tools that are scientifically developed and validated for selection. These tools identify candidates who demonstrate the same natural talents as your top performers.
To learn more about Gallup’s research-based approach to attracting and hiring top talent, visit Identify Top Talent and Hire for Potential.