Skills-Based Hiring Is Rising—Is Coaching at Its Core?

After reaching the quarter point of the new century, technological advancements have picked up the pace. Just 3 years ago we were introduced to a language based AI model that answered our queries (ChatGPT) and now we’re flooded with various Ai tools that can make videos, design logos and do just about anything a human can do.

Yet, as machines take more of the technical and creative load, humans have their judgement and “skills” to offer. Without human intervention, AI isn’t capable of generating results that lead to success. In the light of this, organizations are rapidly shifting from degree-based hiring to skill-based hiring.

But the main question still rings alarm in our heads, “Is career coaching at the core of learning new skills?” We’ll be exploring the answer to this question as well as targeting points that talk in the favor of career coaching and how it helps the workforce grow sharper and stronger.

Career Coaching and Skill Based Hiring

In the traditional sense, career coaching and skill based hiring don’t go hand in hand. In fact, the latter is a learning curve while the former is more towards requesting help from experts. However, the changing paradigms in Pakistan have improved the synergy between skills based hiring and Career coaching.

As professional help like corporate coaching can assist HR heads in finding the right talent through skill-based evaluation, we are in an era shift. Since skill based learning has a more hands on experience, it’s beneficial for organizations to prioritise skill based hiring. In addition, the IT industry is booming with jobs that require excellent command over the latest tools like photoshop, WordPress, Wix and other platforms. These tools aren’t taught in the outdated education system of Pakistan.

One of the best places to learn IT skills in Karachi is through Skills 360 Pakistan. It’s an IT institute dedicated to empowering the youth with IT knowledge and hands-on experience regarding IT related tasks.

While Coaching has a strong role to play in skill based hiring, it can be used to train resources as well. Urban cities like Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad have growing demand for skills in the IT industry. While the talent is there, lack of IT skills has become an overwhelming problem for organisation hiring on skill basis.

Skills Based Hiring - For the Win?

Skill based hiring is a new trend in the job market and organizations are reaping full benefit of it. Employees are learning new skills to advance their knowledge and stay relevant in the market. However, in comparison with degree-based programs, it can be hard to say that skills alone are enough to find a job in Pakistan. Most high paying jobs are from FMCG companies that require degree qualified resources to understand their culture and speak their tone.

These companies have made a strong footing in Pakistan and don’t tend to change their culture anytime soon. While there’s nothing wrong with that, it’s best to learn hard and soft skills on the side to complement degree based education. In short, skills alone are sufficient to find a job and grow in the digital marketing space. In fact, skills can help you find a remote job or start your freelancing career. However, skills combined with degree based education is a cherry on top.