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Hiring (and Getting Hired) in a Skills Economy
The shift to a so-called skills economy from a knowledge economy accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic and helped fuel the widespread job departures known as the Great Resignation. “Skills,” as one HR technology CEO recently noted, “are the new oil.”
Increasing Time-to-Hire Efficiency
As technology has enabled broader talent outreach and instant contact with job seekers, the hiring process has actually slowed. But in the current workforce climate, in which demand for skilled candidates exceeds the supply, companies risk losing elite talent if they don’t act with speed.
Identifying and Overcoming Unconscious Bias in Recruiting
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) should be emphasized at every phase of recruiting, and DEI efforts must continue through onboarding and the employee lifecycle. But achieving DEI success in hiring and sustaining it in the workplace often require overcoming unconscious bias.