1 in 10 employers now avoid hiring Gen Z: The strange new reality of US job market – Times of India

1 in 10 employers now avoid hiring Gen Z: The strange new reality of US job market – Times of India

In a job market already shaped by high turnover and shifting expectations, a new challenge is making recruitment even more unpredictable: ghosting by Gen Z candidates. Once a rare frustration, this practice—where applicants abruptly cut off all communication with employers, often without explanation—has become alarmingly common.The impact is no longer anecdotal. According to a June…

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Skills trump conventional degrees in the US job market: 8 ways to stay ahead in the race – The Times of India

Skills trump conventional degrees in the US job market: 8 ways to stay ahead in the race – The Times of India

For decades, students have hurtled toward the gates of elite institutions, chasing the promise of “high-paying” degrees. Yet, the “land of opportunities,” home to numerous prestigious institutes and renowned for offering top-notch education, is now narrating a story brimming with paradox. With tech billionaire Elon Musk championing the mantra of “skills over degrees,” the American…

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