WEBINAR RECORDING: Strategies for Skills-Based Hiring
We are thrilled to have kicked-off of our Workforce Webinar Series for 2024. Our first session, held on Thursday, March 28th, brought to the forefront an invaluable discussion on "Strategies for Skills-Based Hiring," featuring Vanessa Rogers, Associate Vice President of Workforce Development at the Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi.
This enlightening webinar provided attendees with a deep dive into the transformative approach of skills-based hiring. Vanessa Rogers led us through the intricacies of identifying, assessing, and selecting candidates not just based on traditional qualifications but their specific skills and competencies. This method opens new doors for employers and job seekers alike, fostering a more inclusive and dynamic workforce.
Highlights of the session included:
Identifying Key Skills: Understanding what competencies are essential for success in your organization and how to pinpoint them.
Overcoming Barriers: Discussing common obstacles to skills-based recruitment and strategies to navigate these challenges.
Integrating Skills Assessments: Recognizing the value of incorporating skills assessments into the hiring process to identify the best candidates.
Embracing Alternative Credentials: How to broaden your candidate pool by valuing diverse forms of qualification.
Fostering Talent Development: Providing training and development opportunities to not only attract but retain top talent.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Vanessa Rogers for sharing her expertise and insights, paving the way for a more skill-focused hiring landscape in Hawaiʻi.
For those who missed the live session or wish to revisit the wealth of information shared, the recording of the webinar is available for viewing. Whether you're an employer exploring how to implement skills-based hiring, a stakeholder interested in the latest workforce development trends, or someone passionate about equitable employment practices, this webinar is for you.
We encourage everyone to watch, learn, and engage with us as we continue this important conversation. Should you have any questions, insights, or feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out. Together, let's reshape the future of hiring in Hawaiʻi, making it more inclusive, effective, and aligned with the skills and talents of our diverse workforce.
