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Helping people and companies understand what makes them unique and inspire them to make full use of their potential.
Our Vision
Why we do what we do…
We currently live in a world where most individuals don’t really know who they are, much less what makes them unique… So they have a tendency to make decisions – in both their personal and professional lives – that are not always the best for them.
Then we have companies, which continue to hire or guide people in an archaic way. For example, many of them still rely on completely outdated criteria and methods such as pre-selection based on a CV or cover letter. And then there are the companies that rely blindly on a “feeling” they may get during an interview, and we know very well that those feelings are full of biases.
Worse yet, under the guise of innovative practices, we’ve witnessed the development of “automated” CV sorting and 2-minute video interviews… which is just a faster way to exacerbate the underlying problems of the hiring process.
The result of all this is that it’s rarely the most skilled person or the one with the best potential who gets the job, but rather the person with the most “flamboyant” resume or the one who knows how to make the best impression in an interview.
This is a horribly ineffective way of doing things and it generates a whole host of injustices…
Furthermore, it doesn’t serve the interests of the company or the individuals concerned.
#LoseLoseStrategy
We find it intolerable that most people are stuck in this status quo.
That’s why, every day, we devote most of our brain power, energy, passion and financial resources to changing the system.
How are we taking concrete action, around the globe, to establish a new hiring standard that is fairer?
At AssessFirst, we believe that in order to sustainably change things on a deep level, it is imperative that the solution we provide serve the interests of both job applicants and of companies. Without this fundamental balance, we do not think that any significant or lasting change is possible.
We therefore designed a solution that allows individuals and companies to better understand themselves and truly make the best decisions in a very real way.
For individuals (applicants and employees)
We allow each person to gain an understanding of the natural talents that make them unique. The person simply has to complete their profile on AssessFirst. They automatically have access to a complete report on the various aspects of their personality, but also on what motivates them and their cognitive abilities. Armed with this information, they can more effectively direct their efforts to target the jobs and companies where they truly have a chance of succeeding and enjoying themselves on a daily basis.
For companies
we provide a predictive solution that is turbo-boosted by AI. This solution gives them the ability to hire and manage their talent more effectively, basing their decisions on the analysis of each person’s potential (well beyond what their CV tells us). The result? Faster, higher quality hiring situations where people deliver better performance sooner and generally stay in their job longer. Many of our customers also use AssessFirst to manage internal mobility of employees, build succession plans or even to create teams that will provide the best possible performance.
So far, more than 3,500 companies across 40 countries have used AssessFirst successfully and therefore participated in the creation of a more efficient and equitable world.
Who works at AssessFirst?
To achieve our mission, we need a big team! Our hiring system is of the utmost importance to us.
It can definitely be “disorienting” to see who works at AssessFirst when you come from a “traditional” company…
Here, you’ll find profiles that you don’t normally see in most companies.
At AssessFirst, we don’t employ entire classes of people who just graduated from the best business or engineering schools. Of course, some of our colleagues have those backgrounds, but we didn’t hire them exclusively for that reason.
Our objective is to allow each person who applies to start with the same opportunities at the outset.
Of course, we have to make choices, and there is limited space. However, neither your CV nor your cover letter will help us decide whether or not we ask you for an interview…
Hiring at AssessFirst is based on your personality, motivations and reasoning abilities in order to identify how well you fit with the job, your manager and the company.
The thing that the people here have in common is that they are brilliant, passionate, committed, hard-working and creative problem solvers who care so much about achieving our “Mission”, it’s as if their lives depended on it.
It may sound excessive to say it that way… but it’s true!
If we tried to characterise these profiles, to give them a name, we could say that – for the most part – they are “Entrepreneur” types.
In the span of a few years, the increased power of algorithms, automation and robotics has deprived humans of a growing number of tasks and activities that were reserved to them previously. While it has been a form of liberation in many respects, it also makes us rethink our place in the word and the future of work.
If we aren’t careful, large numbers of people will find themselves sidelined in the near future, as they become unable to contribute in ways that distinguish them from automated systems…
Management at AssessFirst.
We invest heavily in our employees. It is important to us for each employee in the company to succeed and feel fulfilled by their work.
We listen to each person. We believe that listening helps make our company better, every day.
While we know that our teams are incredible, we also understand that we can always do better.
We are still at the beginning of our journey and we aspire to more.
When you join AssessFirst, we will do everything we can to help you go higher, to continuously progress.
It’s a demanding way of working and it works best for people who are seeking that level of excellence.
About us
Two major principles guide our way of working, and they work hand in hand.
So, you can work from wherever you want. You can organise your days however you want, too
Of course, you're expected to attend meetings—internal or with clients—and to set clear availability so your team can reach you.
Beyond that? You're free. Some people start at 10am, others work late, some begin at dawn and finish early. Need to go to the gym, the doctor, or pick up your kids without booking half a day off? Go for it. We honestly don’t care.
The only rule: do your job, communicate clearly, and coordinate with others. This freedom comes from trust.
No micromanagement here. We believe people work best with trust and transparency. Even as we grow, we want to keep things flexible—not create a rule every time there's an issue.
It’s not easy, but we aim to stay agile. With great freedom comes great responsibility — for everyone, individually and collectively.
Extreme responsibility is the necessary counterweight to radical freedom, which we offer everyone within the company.
If you are not responsible, if you don’t have the interests of the company at heart, but also the interests of your colleagues or people on other teams, it can’t work.
When you decide to confront a problem as huge as the one we’re attempting to solve, you can’t hide behind excuses of any kind. So we expect everyone to be demanding of themselves, but also to guarantee this expectation is met within their own team(s).
We put all our energy into maintaining the excellence of our employees and creating processes that develop the productivity of our teams.
We want our managers and leaders to model this responsibility by ensuring they provide good examples: excellence, a high level of self-discipline, problem-solving (without having to ask) and acting in the best interest of AssessFirst.
For more info on this topic, check out the main principles that guide what we do at AssessFirst.
Platform
Making history since 2002.
Since 2002, we’ve been continuously reinventing the way companies recruit and develop their talent.
In 2012 we undertook a major shift by developing an unprecedented predictive approach. The results we obtain today for each of our clients have made AssessFirst one of the most innovative and influential organisations in the HR tech space.
We have impacted the life paths of over 5 million people. That means 5 million individuals who had the chance to be considered based on who they are as humans, beyond their academic achievements, professional background, age, gender or origin.
Our client base comprises 3500 companies in over 40 countries around the globe—all of whom use AssessFirst to make the world better. They are committed to better, more equitable recruitment, to talent development, to identifying potential in their workforce, and to boosting upward mobility for employees, all while building top-performing teams.
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Years in business
5M+
People impacted
3500
Clients
40
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Hiring
We are here because there are some massive questions that even Google can't answer.
3500 clients in 40 different countries.
Our clients are companies of all shapes and sizes, ranging from freelance recruiters in Santa Monica, Geneva and Bali, through a small family business headquartered in Midwestern United States, all the way to global corporations employing several hundred thousand people across all continents.
Our daily inspiration
We’re driven by a simple goal: help everyone become their best self, unlock their full potential, and positively impact society.
1. Own Your Goals
Your objectives are what drive all of your actions in the company on a daily basis. It’s what determines how you organise your work, who you will work with and if you are in a position to succeed or fail at AssessFirst.
You have to be able – at any moment – to recognise the 3 key objectives we expect you to be working towards at AssessFirst.
It’s imperative that these 3 objectives be perfectly clear for you and that you make them your own.
We know that the company is growing very quickly, and sometimes it can be difficult to know what is expected of you.
If you don’t know these goals, or if you have doubts about something, consider the situation as extremely problematic, get some perspective and talk to your manager immediately.
Typical behaviours:
Typical behaviours:
2. Get shit done
Every day, you must devote yourself to moving things in the right direction. Don’t wait ages to start working. Don’t wait for it to be “the right time” to get started. Never forget that the perfect time doesn’t actually exist.
Remember one thing: the right time is now.
Devote energy to it as well. Don’t balk at doing what needs to be done. You will often enjoy what you have to do. And sometimes, you’ll be totally sick of it.
We all have tasks we prefer over others. While it’s not always easy, it’s your ability to tackle the annoying tasks with the same determination you apply elsewhere that will prove your force of character.
Your commitment to your job will be a key to your success here. So, don’t try to avoid certain tasks. When you need to get shit done, the shortest route is often the best.
3. Good enough is not enough
Never settle for the minimum. Here, we don’t do things just to keep busy. Your job is not to check boxes on a To-Do List.
Your job is to give the best of yourself, every time. Of course, we can’t ALWAYS be on point. We all have times where we’re less efficient. If that’s the case, rest. Come back when you’re in better shape, whether that’s an hour or a week later.
But when you are working on something, do it to perfection. Give your all. Here, we do not allow mediocrity. You need to be proud of your work, every time.
Our objective is to always push our work further, to always do better.
Question yourself, be aware that there are areas where you can improve.
Typical behaviours:
Typical behaviours:
4. Never stop growing
At a company growing 40% year over year, you can’t afford to stagnate. We all have to stay curious, challenge ourselves, and take real action to improve — wanting it isn’t enough.Never settle for the minimum. Here, we don’t do things just to keep busy. Your job is not to check boxes on a To-Do List.
You’re responsible for your own development — here and throughout your life. If the people around you keep progressing and you don't, you’ll fall behind. And if we stop learning as a team, we’ll be overtaken by those who stay curious and keep pushing.Your job is to give the best of yourself, every time. Of course, we can’t ALWAYS be on point. We all have times where we’re less efficient. If that’s the case, rest. Come back when you’re in better shape, whether that’s an hour or a week later.
Use the resources provided. Ask questions. Don’t assume you know everything — that mindset leads nowhere. Growth requires humility and effort.But when you are working on something, do it to perfection. Give your all. Here, we do not allow mediocrity. You need to be proud of your work, every time.
Your manager and the company can support you, but remember: you are the main driver of your learning. You are your own teacher.
Continuing to make progress means determination and discipline, and only you can provide that.
5. Be kind to others
Respect is fundamental, and so is kindness. No one likes to be treated with disdain.
It’s hurtful in the moment, and over time, it significantly damages a relationship and the ability for people to work together efficiently.
We expect everyone to behave with respect and kindness at all times when interacting with others in the company.
In this instance, titles, seniority or the fact that you’ve obtained exceptional results on the job, do not give you a pass for treating others badly.
If we hear or see that kind of behaviour from you, you should be worried about your future in the company.
Typical behaviours:
Typical behaviours:
6. Think and act as one
Nothing’s worse than asking a question and hearing: “That’s not my job.”
No role exists in isolation.
When someone asks for help, do what you can — or point them to the right person. If they could handle it themselves, say so — but always with respect.
We know it’s not always easy in a fast-growing company, but team spirit, collaboration, and a willingness to solve problems together are what drive our exceptional results — day after day, year after year.
At AssessFirst, we know that we’re all connected in one way or another. No one’s job is completely separate from everyone else’s.
7. Disagree openly.
If you disagree with a colleague or manager, say it. Don’t let frustration build up.
With the right words — respect and kindness — you can say almost anything.
Silence creates problems. Speaking up shows courage. Just do it constructively and respectfully.
Disagreement isn't something to fear. It’s an opportunity to grow and make the organization better. Don't take questions or feedback personally — see them as a chance to improve.
Disagreement may feel uncomfortable, but handled right, it helps everyone level up.
Typical behaviours:
Typical behaviours:
8. Be part of the solution.
Always do your best to approach problems in a constructive way. Sometimes we don’t agree with a certain decision. That’s OK.
Every time that happens, try to propose alternatives and/or solid arguments to explain why you disagree.
We all need to do our best, at our own level, to be part of the solution, not the problem.
We know that sometimes it’s hard to get perspective, but we need it to help the company grow.
Knowing how to evaluate and solve problems are two skills that take daily practice.
We will encounter difficulties throughout our entire life, so it’s best if we can learn to approach them in a constructive way.
9. Pick up the paper
When you see a piece of paper on the ground, you have two choices:
Ignore it because “it’s not your problem,” or pick it up as if it were your own living room.
Be the second type of person. These are the people who make a difference.
If you see something wrong — a broken process, a bad attitude — speak up. Take responsibility. Yes, it takes energy and persistence. Yes, you might have to repeat yourself.
But don’t stop. Lead by example, and one day someone else will pick up the paper.
If we all do this, we become #unstoppable.
Typical behaviours:
Typical behaviours:
10. Think AssessFirst first
When making a decision — about product, budget, or even resolving a conflict — think first about what’s best for the company.
We’re not here to serve personal interests or favor one team over another. Every decision should go beyond that.
An easy test: ask yourself, “Does this serve the best interests of AssessFirst?” If yes, do it. If not, don’t.
If you're torn between options, think about our brand, mission, product, and the change we’re working to create. Let that guide your choice.
