25 o EMPLOYMENT PSYCHOLOGY show to the reality. To one familiar with the history of employment methods, this is a most fascinating develop ment. In concentrating upon the relevant actions of a person, the irrelevant details are almost entirely lost sight of. Facts about an applicant such as religion, race, society, mannerism, which in the mind of the ordinary observer are likely to be most important, are here of sec^ ondary importance. The main emphasis is upon action and ability.