How Gen-Z Can Get Creative in a Difficult Job Market

A recent survey found that more than half, or 58 percent, of respondents who graduated within the last year, or “fresh grads,” are still looking for their first positions. This is more than double the rate cited by the study’s “earlier grads,” workers with at least one year of experience. Only 12 percent of fresh grads have full-time positions, a significant decrease from the 39 percent of earlier grads who found roles within one year of getting their degrees.
Job seekers say there’s a training gap — not a skills gap
Candidates said hiring managers need to be more realistic about qualifications and increase investments in L&D.
The skills-based organization: A new operating model for work

Skills based organizations are 107% more likely to effectively place talent