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Our Framework

Why does what we do work?

Scientific Works

Papers, chapters, and articles that feature our work as well as talks and presentations

Case studies

A collection of real user experiences and their outcomes

Blog

Our IO to IPO blog housing simplified and digestible insights for the working professional

Podcast & Videos

Links to podcasts and videos we have been featured in

Who we are

What is Symeta? What are our values? Who are our leaders?

Meet Our Team

Learn more about who our leadership team is

FAQ

Some of the questions frequently asked by clients

Contact Us

Scientific Works

At Symeta, our methodologies are rooted in rigorous scientific inquiry. We continuously engage with leading academic research and conduct our own studies to understand the human and organizational factors that drive success in high-stakes environments. This dedication to evidence ensures our solutions are not just innovative, but profoundly effective.

Predicting Startup Success

Research identifies traits, behaviors, and cultural dynamics that predict success or failure in entrepreneurial and leadership contexts.

The Science of Entrepreneurial Traits: Studies identifying key behavioral predictors of venture success. (e.g., Credé, Harms, Blacksmith, & Wood, 2016; Blacksmith & Yang, 2015)

Entrepreneurial Performance & Leadership Effectiveness: Research on what truly drives effective leadership and its influence on outcomes. (e.g., Blacksmith & McCusker, 2024; Goodwin, Blacksmith, & Coats, 2017; Foti & McCusker, 2017;  McCusker & Foti, 2017)

Organizational Survival & Culture: Research on how culture and alignment impact long-term survival and performance. (e.g., Costanza, Blacksmith, Coats, DeCostanza, & Severt, 2016)

Optimizing Entrepreneurial Team Dynamics

Research shows that high-performing teams establish psychological safety, cohesion, and prevent interpersonal conflict while encouraging task conflict.

Team Cohesion & Performance: Studies on building and maintaining high-performing teams. (e.g., Goodwin, Blacksmith, & Coats, 2017; Maupin, McCusker, Slaughter, & Ruark, 2019)

Decision-Making Competence: Insights into the cognitive and behavioral factors influencing strategic decisions and how to measure them. (e.g., Blacksmith, Yang, Behrend, & Ruark, 2019; Blacksmith, Behrend, Dalal, & Hayes, 2019)

Leveraging Technology for Human Capital Insights

Research on the use of technology in assessments, recruitment, performance management, and data analysis.

Advanced Assessment Methodologies: Innovations in using technology for robust and valid human capital assessments. (e.g., Hawkes, Cek, & Handler, 2018; Blacksmith, Willford, & Behrend, 2016; Wagner, 2024)

Digital Workplace Dynamics: Exploring the impact of technology and social media on work and talent. (e.g., Blacksmith & Poeppelman, 2016, 2014, 2014, 2013)

Adaptive Learning & Performance Support: Research on personalized development through technology. (e.g., Poeppelman, Lobene, & Blacksmith, 2015)

Strategic Talent Acquisition & Development

Research shows that attracting, assessing, and developing top talent can be improved by using science-backed insights.

Talent Attraction & Engagement: Studies on what attracts and retains high-quality individuals. (e.g., Harter & Blacksmith, 2009; Ott, Blacksmith, & Royal, 2008)

Diversity & Inclusion in Talent Pools: Research on strategies for broadening and diversifying applicant pools. (e.g., McCusker, Shah, Foti, & Finney, 2018; McCusker & Foti, 2017)