EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE – (AWARE OF)

Genos EI

Genos Emotional Intelligence Selection Inventory is a workplace-focused emotional intelligence assessment designed to measure how often individuals Display emotionally intelligent workplace behaviour.

Unlike personality or cognitive tests, Genos focuses on observable, work-relevant behaviours, making it an ideal tool For selection of individuals in roles requiring excellent people skills.

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Genos Emotional Intelligence Framework (1)

What does Genos EI Measure?

The Genos Emotional Intelligence model covers seven key competencies:

Self-Awareness
Awareness Of Others
Emotional Expression
Emotional Reasoning
Self-Management
Management of Others
Self-Control

Key Benefits

Clear, selection reports focussed on recruitment
Backed by strong science and real-world results

How it Works?

Data is compared against a global norm of more than 4500 participants
Results are presented in clear, easy-to-use reports
Interview guides and suggested questions included
Reports are available in 40+ languages

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Who is this Assessment for?

HR and talent acquisition teams
Hiring managers
Executive leaders
L&D and OD professionals
Global companies

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Validity and Experience

Scientifically validated – built on peer-reviewed emotional intelligence models and supported by ongoing academic research.
Predicts real workplace outcomes – including leadership effectiveness, job performance, engagement, and wellbeing.
Used by thousands of organisations globally, including Fortune 500 companies, government bodies, and educational institutions.
Over two decades of development and refinement in workplace and leadership contexts.
Strong psychometric properties, including high reliability and construct validity across multiple independent studies.

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Reporting

The Genos Emotional Intelligence Selection Inventory provides a suite of actionable, easy-to-read reports tailored for different use cases:

Genos Selection Emotionally Intelligent Report presents assessment results along with interview questions to help further validate the scores.
The Genos Selection Emotionally Intelligent Candidate Report provides candidates with insights into their emotional intelligence in the workplace, without the need for a debrief from an accredited consultant.
The TG selection reports consolidates aptitude, behavioural, and emotional intelligence assessment results into a single report.

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VALID. FAIR. RELIABLE.

Genos EI Selection Inventory is a research-backed emotional intelligence assessment designed to measure how often individuals display emotionally intelligent workplace behaviour.

The Genos EI Selection Inventory provides insights into a candidate’s workplace fit, the behaviours they are likely to demonstrate, and areas where they may need development and support. It is designed for roles that depend on strong people skills, including leadership, sales, customer service, teamwork, resilience, and employee engagement.

FAQs

What is the Genos EI Selection Inventory Assessment?

The Genos Emotional Intelligence (EI) Selection Inventory assessment is a workplace-focused tool that measures how well candidates demonstrate emotionally intelligent workplace beahviour.

Unlike traditional personality tests, Genos focuses on observable behaviours that impact how people lead, collaborate, and communicate. It’s designed to help organisations identify candidates with high EI.

Why should employers use the Genos EI Selection Inventory assessment?

The Genos EI Selection Inventory enables employers to make smarter hiring decisions for roles requiring strong people skills. With built-in validation checks to ensure accuracy, it provides reliable insights into how candidates are likely to perform, interact, and contribute to the workplace.

Who is the Genos EI Selection Inventory assessment suitable for?

The Genos EI assessment is suitable for employees at all levels, from team members to senior leaders. It’s ideal for leadership development, team building, culture initiatives, and roles that require strong interpersonal skills.

How are the Genos EI Selection Inventory results delivered?

Genos Selection Emotionally Intelligent Report presents assessment results along with interview questions to help further validate the scores.
The Genos Selection Emotionally Intelligent Candidate Report provides candidates with insights into their emotional intelligence in the workplace, without the need for a debrief from an accredited consultant.

Is the Genos EI Selection Inventory assessment scientifically valid?

Yes, the Genos EI Selection Inventory assessment is scientifically validated and backed by over two decades of research. It demonstrates strong reliability, construct validity, and predictive validity, and is widely used in academic studies and professional settings around the world.

The assessment is regularly updated to ensure it reflects current workplace demands and continues to deliver meaningful, evidence-based insights.

How long does the Genos EI Selection Inventory assessment take to complete?

The Genos EI assessment typically takes 15–25 minutes, with a 30 minute time limit.

Can Genos EI results be used for development as well as selection?

Yes, the Genos EI assessment is highly effective for both development and selection.

In development, it provides practical insights to improve leadership, teamwork, and emotional intelligence across the organisation.
In selection, it helps identify candidates with the interpersonal skills and self-awareness needed to thrive in emotionally demanding roles.

Can the Genos EI assessment be integrated into our current recruitment process?

Yes, the Genos EI Selection Inventory assessment can be easily integrated into your existing recruitment process. It’s fully online, quick to complete, and provides clear, actionable insights to support better hiring decisions—particularly for roles where communication, empathy, and self-awareness are critical.