Skills-based hiring is the future of talent acquisition, according to Alicia O’Brien, SVP of innovation & customer success at WilsonHCG.
In an article she wrote for HR Daily Advisor, O’Brien said:
Ultimately, skills-based hiring isn’t just about finding the right people — it’s about fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.”
Alicia O'Brien
SVP of innovation and customer success | WilsonHCG
Whether it’s upskilling (adding new skills to an existing repertoire) or reskilling (acquiring entirely new skills for a different role), a culture of continuous learning can help your workforce stay agile and better navigate industry shifts.
O’Brien also explained how skills-based hiring furthers diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) by evaluating people based on skills and skills potential rather than education.
You can read the full article on HR Daily Advisor’s website.