The world of work is changing. Today's dynamic landscape demands a new approach to talent acquisition, one that prioritizes the right soft skills.

People Matters and Pearson partnered to create the exclusive Hiring for Skills Outlook 2024: Unpacking the Soft-Skills Landscape report delves deep into how organizations are rethinking their hiring strategies to find the best soft-skilled talent for 2024 and beyond. Listen to top HR leaders from EY, SBI General Insurance, Randstad, Flipkart, and Upgrad to decode hiring trends and build the right strategy to address your soft-skills demand

Here's what you'll discover:

• The growing importance of soft skills: Our research reveals that 61% of companies acknowledge the critical need for their workforce to possess the right soft skills.

• Communication remains mission critical: 7 out of 10 companies prioritize communication as the top soft skill to hire for. This trend holds true across sectors like IT/ITES and BFSI, with some variations to address industry-specific needs.

• The tech gap in soft skills hiring: Despite the growing focus on soft skills, 9 out of 10 companies lack a robust use of tech to hire for soft skills.

• The future of soft skills hiring is tech-driven: Companies that invest in AI, automation, data analytics, and the right assessment tools will gain a significant competitive advantage.

• Actionable insights for your industry: The report offers specific guidance for IT/ITES and BFSI sectors to elevate their soft skills hiring capabilities.

Navigate the complexities of the evolving workplace with confidence. Download the Hiring for Skills Outlook 2024 report today and discover how to optimize your hiring strategies for the future.

 

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