More companies are recognizing the value of graphology than ever before. During the recruitment process a potential job applicant may only be known through his or her handwriting. As a result, there is objectivity and lack of bias. In addition, less time is involved in making the necessary decisions.


Graphology can be a tool for helping individuals make decisions on relationships. How often do you wonder whether you really know someone intimately, or do you sense that there might be hidden characteristics that leave you wondering? We can certainly find clues to help fill the gaps around these issues of relationships. We can look for emotional maturity, honesty, the person's self-image, sense of humor, and need for social stimulus.


The applicant writes one or two paragraphs on unlined paper, 8 1/2 X 11, using stream of consciousness, letting thoughts flow as spontaneously as possible and not worrying about spelling or grammar, then signing the document. These are ideal circumstances which are not always attainable, but even a handwritten job application will usually contain the most important traits of the individual.

"Why unlined paper" you might ask? It is helpful to allow the writer to choose where he places the next word and not be influenced by a pre-determined base line. It will give a truer picture of the writer's emotional stability amongst other characteristics. No one sign has any meaning by itself, only in conjunction with other indices of which there are literally hundreds to consider.

It is important to require a signature below the document, since deviation in style and size will give additional important clues.

Some of the qualities and behavioral elements an employer may want to know are:
  • Level of honesty
  • Communication skills
  • Work drive
  • Initiative
  • Emotional stability
  • Intro/extroversion
  • Dependability
  • Social Skills

It has been determined that when a person has been hired as a result of a thorough analysis of his/her handwriting, it is likely that staff turnover will be
reduced and performance improved, leading to all around success and satisfaction.