JOB - Employers Favor These 3 Practical Abilities Over Academic Credentials: Study | Benzinga
As the recruitment landscape continues to transform, many employers are prioritizing practical abilities over academic credentials.
What Happened: Per ZipRecruiter, about 45% of businesses have reduced their reliance on degree qualifications for certain positions.
A survey of more than 2,000 employers across the U.S. found that "soft skills," over traditional college degrees, were considered more valuable.
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This trend underscores how skills are becoming the focal point in hiring decisions.
A LinkedIn report cited by CNBC shows a 12% rise in the adoption of skills-based hiring metrics over the previous year.
Julia Pollak, the chief economist at ZipRecruiter, emphasizes the ...