Per Schoals Chief Enterprise Solutions Officer Damien Howard wrote his first piece for Forbes Councils, an invitation-only, professional organization where top CEOs and entrepreneurs are supported through connections, visibility, and growth.
Damien highlights the recent shift in job trends. Employers are no longer looking for a 4-year degree to be qualified for a position. Now, alternatives such as a completion certificate from an evidence-based, proven skills-based training firm; an associate degree; military service; or on-the-job experience are becoming more acceptable – ultimately leading to a stronger economy and more successful businesses. Damien describes how America's employers are key agents of change and suggests 3 ways that businesses can shift their approach and gain diverse talent.
Read about his three tips here!