Enter: the new collar worker (a term coined by IBM’s CEO Ginni Rometty).
New collar workers are those who have forgone traditional education but still have the skills (both soft and technical) to gain employment, especially in the high-tech field. These skills are gained through on the job training, pursuing technical certifications, and even taking select courses at local community colleges. In order for companies to remain competitive and hire the best people for the job, human resources are going to have to get creative. By working directly with community colleges and in some cases, even high schools, grabbing talent early is going to be paramount to economic success. Organizations that emphasize professional development, and especially those who offer digital credentials as proof of learning, are better equipped to mold the workforce they need.
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