Skills-Based Hiring: What Recruiters Need To Know

See how skills-based hiring is transforming talent acquisition in 2026

The Data-Driven Case for Skills-First Recruiting

71% of U.S. employers struggle to find skilled talent, and 39% of core skills will be outdated by 2030. This stats report shows why 70% of companies are shifting to skills-based hiring and the results they’re seeing, like:

⏱️ Skills-based hiring cuts time spent finding the right candidate by 82%.
💰 Skills-based hiring reduced overall hiring costs by 74%.
🌍 Removing degree requirements led to more applicants and more diverse talent pools.
📈 Skills-focused organizations saw 2x higher productivity and stronger financial performance.

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