A recent survey indicated that seven of the 10 most requested capabilities in job postings were skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, or leadership. Employers request these skills nearly four times more frequently than the top five technical or “hard” skills. Companies are increasingly saying that they prefer to teach technical skills on the job but want … [Read more...] about Four Tips for Intentionally Teaching Durable Skills
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Bootcamps vs. Traditional Education: Options For Training Tech Talent
In response to the uncertainty of a changing world grappling with social and economic crises, the labor market has undergone a series of changes in which ways of doing things are beginning to be questioned. For example, people need to be at an office to improve productivity or that in order to succeed in the workforce, the only valid education is a university degree. Today … [Read more...] about Bootcamps vs. Traditional Education: Options For Training Tech Talent
Four Advantages of Certifications as Alternative Credentials
Obtaining new credentials is a common strategy for workers looking to reskill in advance of a career change or re-employment following a layoff. Increasingly, individuals are seeking credentials, such as certificates, certifications, and badges, in order to maximize their marketability to employers or advance within their current position. While individuals with … [Read more...] about Four Advantages of Certifications as Alternative Credentials