Top 3 Assessment Tools for Workplace Success: A Guide for Graduates

Preparing graduates for success in the workplace goes beyond technical skills and academic achievements. One of the most effective ways to set them up for a thriving career is through assessment tools that build self-awareness, improve interpersonal skills, and highlight unique strengths. At Learning Unlimited, we rely on three powerful tools in our executive coaching and leadership development programs—and they are equally valuable for new graduates stepping into the professional world.

1. Everything DiSC (DiSC Workplace Profile)

Everything DiSC is a fantastic tool for helping graduates understand their personality, tendencies, preferences, and priorities. It provides insights into how they naturally approach work and interact with others. What makes DiSC particularly valuable is its ability to highlight how different their style might be from those around them. This awareness helps graduates adapt their communication, collaborate more effectively, and build stronger workplace relationships. They’ll also learn to identify the DiSC styles of their colleagues, which is a significant advantage in navigating team dynamics.

2. The Six Types of Working Genius

Developed by Patrick Lencioni, The Six Types of Working Genius is the newest addition to our toolkit—and it’s quickly becoming a favorite. This assessment provides a deep understanding of how work gets done by identifying two working geniuses, two working competencies, and two working frustrations. For graduates, this tool offers clarity about where they can contribute most effectively in a team setting and what types of tasks might drain their energy. It helps them find roles that align with their natural gifts and avoid burnout by recognizing areas that could be more challenging.

3. CliftonStrengths (StrengthsFinder)

CliftonStrengths, commonly known as StrengthsFinder, is a game-changer when it comes to recognizing one’s unique talents. This assessment digs into how individuals are wired and provides a clear framework for turning natural talents into practical strengths. It equips graduates with specific language to describe their strengths in interviews, conversations with managers, and throughout their professional development. Understanding their own strengths also empowers them to contribute more effectively to teams and demonstrate their value to any organization.

Why These Tools Matter for Graduates

Using these assessments early in a career provides a significant advantage. Graduates gain a better understanding of themselves and learn how to communicate their strengths clearly. This knowledge boosts confidence, enhances adaptability, and positions them as proactive, self-aware professionals—traits that every employer values.

If you’re looking for a thoughtful and impactful gift for a graduate, consider providing them with one—or even all three—of these assessments. At Learning Unlimited, we offer these tools along with personalized coaching to ensure that graduates not only understand their results but also know how to apply them in real-world settings.

Let’s connect if you’d like to learn more about these assessments and how they can support the new professionals in your life. Helping them start their careers with confidence and clarity is a gift that keeps giving.

Until next time, keep learning, keep growing, and equip the graduates around you with tools for lasting success.