"I think about hiring the same way. Like a stat sheet, a résumé might list someone's achievements, but it won't show how they adapt under pressure or support a team. Yet in the age of AI, companies often overlook that, prioritizing technical skills instead. According to a 2024 report from Microsoft and LinkedIn, 71% of employers said they would choose an AI-fluent candidate with less experience over someone more experienced but with limited AI knowledge."
"At the same time, AI is reshaping the definition of work and what companies think they need. Everyone's racing to hire the candidate who knows the latest model or has experience with the newest tools. But no one really knows what "AI skills" will mean six months from now. PwC found that requirements for AI-exposed roles are shifting 66% faster than in other jobs-more than twice the rate of change just a year ago."
Hiring should prioritize character and adaptability over static technical skills because resumes cannot reveal how candidates perform under pressure or support teammates. Rapid AI-driven change means technical requirements evolve quickly, with AI-exposed roles shifting 66% faster than others, and employers favoring AI-fluent candidates even with less experience. Technical ability remains important, but character enables learning, cultural contribution, and resilience when tools become obsolete. During an era of slower hiring and abundant applicants, focusing on character builds enduring culture and collective success. Character cannot be automated or fully taught through prompts, making it a sustainable hiring foundation.
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