Are You Hiring for a Resilient and Positive Mindset?

Resumes may tell you what someone has done, but they don’t tell you how they’ll perform when the pressure is on. At the end of the day, it’s people - not paper - that deliver results.  And since everyone is unique, you need assistance in finding a common language to assess them prior to critical hiring decisions.

From a strategic HR perspective, this is where MTQPlus becomes invaluable. Originally rooted in sports psychology and later developed into a robust framework in the UK, MTQPlus offers a consistent lens into how individuals think and behave under pressure.

Importantly, MTQPlus is a normative measure, meaning it benchmarks individuals against a representative population. This makes it especially powerful in talent selection, where hiring managers and HR leaders need objective, comparable insights to guide decisions.

Why MTQPlus matters in hiring

✨ Beyond resumes: It highlights mindset, resilience, and adaptability - qualities that often determine success in high‑demand roles.
✨ Reducing bias: By providing structured, normative insights, MTQPlus helps hiring managers move beyond intuition and guesswork. 
✨ Strategic alignment: It allows HR leaders to connect hiring decisions with long‑term organizational goals around resilience, agility, and performance.
 

A strategist’s perspective

I’m not a recruitment specialist, but as a business HR, I see MTQPlus as a way to bridge the gap between traditional hiring practices and the evolving demands of today’s workplaces. Organizations today aren’t just looking for technical skills - they need people with the right mindset, adaptable talents, and the agility to thrive in fast‑changing environments.

MTQPlus doesn’t replace interviews or experience - it enriches them. By offering deeper insights into how candidates are likely to respond when challenges arise, it helps leaders identify individuals who can stay resilient, positive, and effective under pressure.

The bigger picture

When organizations adopt MTQPlus, they gain more than an assessment tool. They gain a common language for evaluating potential - one that helps ensure the people they hire are not only qualified but also equipped to thrive in dynamic, high‑pressure contexts.

👉 If you’re curious about how MTQPlus could support your hiring decisions - or want to explore how it fits into your broader HR strategy - let’s connect. I’d be happy to share insights and discuss how this framework can add value to your organization.