The Future of Hiring: Why Companies are prioritizing Skills over Experience
The modern workplace demands more than just a well-decorated resume. Companies are increasingly recognizing that what truly matters is not just where someone has worked, but what they have done and how they have applied their knowledge.
Maybe not entirely true and maybe not today, but based on what I’ve seen, read, and the conversations I’m involved in, this is the direction of travel.
For decades, job interviews have largely revolved around a candidate’s background, title, tenure, and past positions. The assumption was simple: if someone held a senior title at a prestigious company, they must be a strong candidate. However, the landscape of work is shifting, and with it, the way companies evaluate talent.
I believe we are witnessing a major shift, as more and more modern organizations focus less on job titles and past experiences and instead prioritize skills—both acquired and applied—along with the ability to adapt, learn, and transfer knowledge. This shift is taking center stage.
