This conversation explores an article by Jonathan Westover, which examines the transition from traditional degree-based hiring to a system centered on verified skills and capabilities. The text argues that standard credentials are losing their value due to educational inflation and the rapid pace of technological change. To address this, organizations are adopting skills marketplaces and competency-based assessments to more accurately match talent with specific roles. These new frameworks aim to increase hiring efficiency, reduce socioeconomic barriers, and encourage continuous learning within the workforce. Ultimately, the source provides a roadmap for shifting toward performance-based validation to create more equitable and agile labor markets.

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