The world of work is rapidly changing. To thrive in this dynamic landscape, organizations must prioritize the acquisition of the right soft skills. In partnership with Pearson, People Matters is bring you an exclusive research report Hiring for Skills Outlook 2024: Unpacking the Soft-Skills Landscape report. This comprehensive report delves into how companies are rethinking their hiring strategies to secure top soft-skilled talent for 2024 and beyond.
Some top findings from the report:
- The Growing Importance of Soft Skills: Our research shows that 61% of companies recognize the critical need for their workforce to possess the right soft skills.
- Communication Remains Paramount: 7 out of 10 companies prioritize communication as the top soft skill to hire for. This trend is consistent across sectors like IT/ITES and BFSI, with slight 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 technology for soft skills hiring.
- 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 the IT/ITES and BFSI sectors to enhance their soft skills hiring capabilities.
Get the complete copy of the report here.