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Drumroll, please...🥁🥁🥁 Introducing... the winners of TestGorilla's behavior awards! These incredible people have been selected for exemplifying our TestGorilla behaviors, and we want to take a moment to celebrate them. CONGRATULATIONS to: Józefina Hoszwa for #ThinkingBig Cristiano Sousa for #DeliveringUserValueFast Kiesem Senlong and Eva Patricia Ochoa, for #OwningIt Brice VAN HUFFEL for #RaisingTheBar Matthew Borneman for #DivingDeep Mirae Lee for #LearningAndGrowing Cassandra Mogusar for #SupportingEachOther Thank you for everything you do at TestGorilla! 🦍❤️

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7 pillars of skills-based hiring that transform teams: 1️⃣ Map competencies Skills ↔️ Job requirements Perfect fit, every time 2️⃣ Assess objectively Measure what matters Talent speaks louder than resumes 3️⃣ Interview for performance Show, don't tell Real skills shine through 4️⃣ Learn continuously Grow or go extinct Adaptability is the new stability 5️⃣ Collaborate across functions Break down silos Innovation thrives on diversity 6️⃣ Chart skill-based careers Clear paths to growth Motivation meets opportunity 7️⃣ Value diverse expertise Different skills, one goal Inclusivity drives success Skills-based hiring isn't just about finding talent. It's about unleashing potential. 💥 What's the most underrated skill in your industry?

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In today’s edition of #CutTheBS, we're tackling a crucial yet often overlooked issue: covering culture. 👥 We’ll explore why so many feel compelled to hide their true selves at work—and the heavy toll it takes on their well-being. Plus, we’ll share 5 powerful strategies to break down these barriers and create a more inclusive environment for everyone. 🎭 💡 Have you witnessed or experienced covering culture in your workplace? Let us know in the comments! 📬 Subscribe to our newsletter for no-nonsense, biweekly insights on mastering #HR and #recruitment.

Skill gaps are the silent killers of business growth. 🚫 But here's the thing: They're not just HR's problem. They're everyone's problem. Why? Because skill gaps: ➟ Paralyze innovation ➟ Slow down productivity ➟ Leave you trailing behind competitors The good news? You can bridge these gaps. 🌉 Here's how: 1. Embrace skills-based hiring. 🎯 2. Focus on what people can do, not just their credentials. 3. Foster a learning culture. 📚 4. Make continuous upskilling the norm, not the exception. 5. Use diverse assessment methods. 🔍 6. Don't rely on interviews alone. Test practical skills too. 7. Standardize your process. 📊 8. Ensure fair, consistent evaluations across all candidates. Remember: The future belongs to those who learn, unlearn, and relearn. P.S. If you could instantly add one skill to your entire team, what would it be and why? Drop your thoughts in the comments.✍️

Is your company ready for the remote work revolution? McKinsey's 7S Framework can help you find out. 🧭 Here's what you need to consider: 1. Systems 💻 ➟ Is your tech infrastructure up to the task? ➟ Can your team collaborate seamlessly from anywhere? 2. Strategy 🎯 ➟ Does remote work align with your company goals? ➟ How will you measure success in a virtual environment? 3. Staff 👥 ➟ Are your employees equipped for remote work? ➟ Do they have the tools and skills they need? 4. Shared Values 🤝 ➟ Does your company culture support remote work? ➟ How will you maintain your values at a distance? 5. Structure 🏗️ ➟ Is your org chart ready for a virtual shake-up? ➟ How will you adapt your hierarchy for remote success? 6. Skills 🛠️ ➟ What new competencies does remote work demand? ➟ How will you develop these skills in your team? 7. Style 🎨 ➟ Can your leadership thrive in a virtual world? ➟ How will you adapt your management approach? Remember: Remote work isn't just about technology. It's about people, culture, and strategy too. P.S. What's the most creative way you've seen a company tackle one of these 7S challenges? Innovators, we’d love to hear from you! 👇

In the HR Garden, career development is your most powerful fertilizer. 🌿 Why? Because it: ➟ Nourishes ambition ➟ Strengthens loyalty ➟ Yields a bountiful harvest of talent Here's how to cultivate growth like a master gardener: 1. Map the Garden 🗺️ • Understand each plant's potential • Identify growth opportunities 2. Provide the Right Tools 🛠️ • Offer skill-building workshops • Support continued education 3. Create a Greenhouse Effect 🏡 • Foster a learning culture • Encourage knowledge sharing 4. Rotate Crops 🔄 • Promote job rotation • Expose employees to new challenges 5. Prune Wisely ✂️ • Give constructive feedback • Help trim away limiting beliefs 6. Plan for all Seasons 🌞❄️ • Develop clear career paths • Prepare succession plans 7. Celebrate the Harvest 🎉 • Recognize growth and achievements • Share success stories Remember: In the HR Garden, growth isn't just about moving up. It's about branching out, deepening roots, and finding new ways to flourish. What's your best tip for cultivating growth? Share your gardening wisdom below! 👇

The career ladder? It's more like a jungle gym now. 🧗♀️ Gone are the days of climbing straight up. Today's most valuable players? They zig. They zag. Here’s why non-linear career paths are gold mines: 1. Problem-Solving Skills 🧩 Not from textbooks, but from real-world challenges. 2. Adaptability 🐙 They've navigated change. They thrive on it. 3. Communication 🗣️ Cross-industry experience = versatile communicators. 4. Critical Thinking 🧠 They see problems (and solutions) that others miss. 5. Leadership 👑 They lead with empathy, having walked in many shoes. Think about it: - The coder turned marketer  - The teacher now in HR  - The entrepreneur joining corporate They're not career-hoppers. They're skill-collectors. And guess what? They might be exactly what your team needs. So, next time you see a "non-traditional" candidate: ➟ Don't see gaps. See growth opportunities.  ➟ Don't see job-hopping. See skill-acquiring.  ➟ Don't see risk. See innovation potential. The future belongs to the adaptable.  To those who never stop learning.  To those with rich, diverse experiences. Start valuing the non-linear path.  You might just find your next superstar. 🌟 What's your take? Share your non-linear career story below! 👇

Talent doesn't need a diploma to change the world. 🚀 Skills speak louder than degrees. 💪 In today's fast-paced job market: - Experience trumps credentials  - Passion outshines paper - Results matter more than resumes Why? Because true talent: ➟ Solves real problems  ➟ Innovates relentlessly  ➟ Adapts quickly 5 signs you're hiring for talent, not titles: 1. You value skills over pedigree 📁 2. You ask "What can you do?" not "Where did you study?" 🗣️ 3. Your interview process includes hands-on tasks 🛠️ 4. You look for growth mindset, not fixed qualifications 🌱 5. You celebrate skills, regardless of their source 🎉 Remember: ✅ Steve Jobs: College dropout  ✅ Richard Branson: Left school at 16  ✅ Oprah Winfrey: Scholarship changed her path They changed industries without fancy degrees. Your next game-changer might not have one either. Talent is everywhere. Opportunity is not. Be the bridge.