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https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/tools/toolkits/skills-first-hiring-transform-talent-acquisition
Toolkit: Skills-First Hiring To Transform Talent Acquisition
The ultimate HR toolkit for skills-based hiring. Streamline recruitment, decrease costs and turnover, and access tools and strategies to future-proof your...
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https://alison.com/blog/skills-first-hiring
Skills-First Hiring: How to Land Your Dream Job Without a Degree
Compare skills-first vs. degree-first hiring. Discover why 2026 employers value certifications over degrees and how Alison’s free courses can help you pivot...
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https://www.opportunityatwork.org/take-action/invest
Invest in Skills-first Hiring | Opportunity@Work
Join philanthropic partners in funding the skills-first hiring movement. Invest in Opportunity@Work.
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https://www.top-employers.com/press-room/skills-first-hiring-report/
Leading Employers Are Shifting To Skills-first Hiring
Jan 23, 2026 - Top Employers Institute commissioned research conducted across 2,300 organisations spread across 125 countries and 26 industries.
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https://www.shrm.org/events-education/education/webinars/rethinking-talent-2026-business-case-skills-first-hiring
Rethinking Talent in 2026: The Business Case for Skills-First Hiring
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