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Massachusetts Joins the Degree Free Movement and Eliminates Degree Requirements (DF#136)
In this episode, we explore how degree requirements can hinder qualified applicants and the recent executive order in Massachusetts that aims to eliminate unnecessary degree requirements.
We emphasize the importance of skills-based hiring and how it can lead to more resilient and successful workforces.
Join us as we challenge the notion that a degree is always necessary and encourage listeners to consider their skills and qualifications when pursuing job opportunities.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why degree requirements can discourage qualified applicants and the impact of a recent executive order in Massachusetts.
- How skills are more predictive of successful job performance than educational credentials and why companies shouldn't solely rely on job descriptions when hiring.
- The costs associated with training and hiring new employees, and the benefits of skills-based hiring practices.
- The necessity for reeducation and awareness of bias in the hiring process to promote fair and equitable recruitment.
- The significance of focusing on the right things and being in the right vehicle for success is illustrated through examples from music and career choices.
- The concept of refining goals and actions applied to various aspects of life, such as cooking and learning.
Join us as we delve into the importance of skills-based hiring, challenge the necessity of degrees, and explore strategies for achieving success in various aspects of life.
Don't miss out on insightful discussions and future episodes.
Thank you for tuning in!
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: degreefree.co
Join the Degree Free Network and get the support you need to get hired, get that promotion, and achieve your career goals! You’ll get access to our free resources such as the 5 Degree Free Pathways and 7 Day Get Hired Challenge Course: degreefree.co/network
Learn job hunting skills and learn how to land your dream job in 7 days: degreefree.co/gethired/
Starting your degree free journey but don't know where to start? Check out our free ‘5 Degree Free Pathways’ Course: degreefree.co/pathways
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In this episode, we explore how degree requirements can hinder qualified applicants and the recent executive order in Massachusetts that aims to eliminate unnecessary degree requirements.
We emphasize the importance of skills-based hiring and how it can lead to more resilient and successful workforces.
Join us as we challenge the notion that a degree is always necessary and encourage listeners to consider their skills and qualifications when pursuing job opportunities.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why degree requirements can discourage qualified applicants and the impact of a recent executive order in Massachusetts.
- How skills are more predictive of successful job performance than educational credentials and why companies shouldn't solely rely on job descriptions when hiring.
- The costs associated with training and hiring new employees, and the benefits of skills-based hiring practices.
- The necessity for reeducation and awareness of bias in the hiring process to promote fair and equitable recruitment.
- The significance of focusing on the right things and being in the right vehicle for success is illustrated through examples from music and career choices.
- The concept of refining goals and actions applied to various aspects of life, such as cooking and learning.
Join us as we delve into the importance of skills-based hiring, challenge the necessity of degrees, and explore strategies for achieving success in various aspects of life.
Don't miss out on insightful discussions and future episodes.
Thank you for tuning in!
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: degreefree.co
Join the Degree Free Network and get the support you need to get hired, get that promotion, and achieve your career goals! You’ll get access to our free resources such as the 5 Degree Free Pathways and 7 Day Get Hired Challenge Course: degreefree.co/network
Learn job hunting skills and learn how to land your dream job in 7 days: degreefree.co/gethired/
Starting your degree free journey but don't know where to start? Check out our free ‘5 Degree Free Pathways’ Course: degreefree.co/pathways
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