The ERE article highlights a disconnect in recruitment practices, where companies express a desire for adaptable talent but often use processes that filter out such candidates. Many traditional hiring methods focus on specific skills and rigid criteria, which can overlook individuals who can learn and adapt in dynamic environments. The piece emphasizes the need for recruiters to reassess their selection processes to better identify and value adaptability and potential, encouraging a shift towards more flexible evaluation methods that can truly bring adaptable talent into organizations.
