SECOND OPINION SERVICE

Strategic HR for Exceptional Business Results

Get help hiring the best with
GLS’s Second Opinion Service.

We equip you to choose the right candidates through in-depth
Personal Profile Analysis of the Competence Profile.

Tailored for critical roles

Ideally suited for a range of roles in leadership, sales and beyond.

Removes the guesswork

Reduces hiring risks by predicting behavior and fit, not just skills and experience.

THE COMPETENCE PROFILE

Benchmarking & Indicators

  • Leader Talent Index: Benchmarks candidates against a database of 8,000+ high-performing leaders across industries.
  • Stress Sensitivity Score: Predicts how personality traits align (or clash) with job demands and work pressure.
  • Trait Prioritization: Identifies which traits most influence daily decisions—revealing what drives behavior under pressure.
  • Consistency & Validity Checks: Flags contradictions to ensure reliable insight for confident hiring decisions.

What It Reveals

  • Risk Appetite: Are they cautious or decisive when the stakes are high?
  • Resilience: How do they respond to pressure, setbacks, or criticism?
  • Empathy & Trust: Can they lead with emotional intelligence and build loyalty?
  • Drive & Independence: Are they self-starting, competitive, or reliant on others?
  • Execution Style: Do they initiate boldly or prefer stability and systems?
  • Leadership Potential: Are they wired to motivate, influence, and make things happen?

PROCESS

01

Job Profiling

You complete a short questionnaire to define the ideal traits for your role. Your GLS expert reviews the results along with the job description to make sure they match what you’re really looking for.

Impact

Ensures every candidate is measured against the traits that matter most to your success.

02

Candidate Profiling

You pick your top candidates after initial screening. GLS sends each one an email with a secure link to complete the Competence Profile—a quick, online assessment with 320 statements.

Impact

Captures deep behavioral insights necessary for job role success.

03

Expert Feedback

GLS analyzes the profiles and delivers a detailed report to you within days, outlining each candidate’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit for the specific role (e.g., leadership, sales).

Impact

Expert insights ensure you understand the data, reducing guesswork.

04

Your Decision

Armed with the reports, you review the data alongside your own assessments and confidently select the best candidate for the position.

Impact

Combines your judgment with objective analysis, ensuring a well-rounded choice.

05

Onboarding Support

Once you’ve chosen, GLS provides a personalized onboarding report for the new hire, highlighting what they and their manager should focus on for a smooth start.

Impact

Accelerates productivity and retention by addressing behavioral needs from day one.

If you would like to learn more about our second opinion service,
please contact us.

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