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Future of Work•4 min read

Skills-first is real. Show proof, not just a degree.

Imagine cricket where only your jersey mattered, no runs on the board. That used to be hiring. Now recruiters want to see you score: real work, real impact.

Why skills-first now

  • Companies want people who can contribute from day one.
  • Tech changes fast, so a degree alone gets outdated quickly.
  • Research shows skill gaps slow growth more than college pedigrees.

What the data says (short & sweet)

  • World Economic Forum: skill gaps are the top blocker for growth.
  • LinkedIn: talent pools double when you filter by skills instead of college.
  • India: demand for digital roles stays strong, even when markets wobble.

Your playbook

  1. Pick a target role and use O*NET or ESCO to list the must-have skills.
  2. Build small projects that prove those skills; mini apps beat massive ideas.
  3. Explain clearly: problem -> approach -> result, with screenshots or demos.
  4. Add one certificate that closes your most obvious skill gap.
  5. Share your work: post on LinkedIn, attach repos, and show progress.