A recent CBS News piece highlights a big shift in how companies are thinking about talent.
Instead of focusing mainly on degrees or job titles, many employers are prioritizing practical, demonstrable skills. According to LinkedIn career expert Catherine Fisher, the ability to work confidently with AI tools is quickly becoming one of the most valuable capabilities a candidate can showcase. As more organizations move toward skills-based hiring, showing real familiarity with AI can make applicants stand out in a crowded job market.
Interesting read on how AI literacy is moving from “nice to have” to “must have” for many roles: