Talent Experience

Unlocking Humanity’s Passion for Potential: The Power of Talent eXperience (TX)

At SkillsTX, we aim to elevate the world’s talent. But what does that mean? You may have heard SkillsTX and thought, “Is this a Texas thing?” You’re not alone—we get that a lot! But while we do love the Lone Star State, the “TX” in SkillsTX stands for Talent eXperience. That’s right. It’s not “Skills […]

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SFIA 9: Equipping the Digital Workforce for the AI Revolution

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not merely reshaping industries—it’s revolutionizing how we live, work, and innovate. AI promises unparalleled efficiency, more intelligent decision-making, and a surge of innovation that could propel us into an era of unprecedented achievement. But this transformation doesn’t come without its challenges. As AI becomes more integrated into everyday operations, it introduces

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Digital Talent Mobility: Beyond Job Descriptions and Roles

Welcome to the future—where degrees gather dust and vendor-specific certifications crumble like forgotten relics. Here, it’s not about where you studied or how many years you’ve clocked in a cubicle. – It’s about what you can do, how you can pivot, and whether your skills can dance across boundaries. The Changing Landscape In the not-so-distant

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Balancing the Digital Talent House of Cards: A Skills-Based Approach

The old guard of talent evaluation is crumbling faster than a Jenga tower in an earthquake. We’re discussing a seismic shift shaking the foundations of strategic workforce planning, career development, and digital equality. Buckle up because the time for skills-based talent strategies is now, and it’s not asking for permission. It’s kicking down the door,

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Stuck in Training Purgatory? How SFIA Can Set You (and Your Budget) Free

Let’s start by talking about wasted time… How many hours have you spent in training courses that felt like a slow descent into learning oblivion? You nod politely, frantically scribble notes that will never see the light of day again, and emerge a certificate richer but no wiser. This, my friends, is the unfortunate reality

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Future-Proof Your Workforce with SFIA-Based Mentoring

Is your mentoring approach future-proofing your workforce effectively? If you’re not sure, it might be time to rethink your strategy! Organizations are increasingly seeking ways to nurture talent, foster continuous learning, and strategically align skill sets to meet dynamic business needs. That’s where SFIA-based mentoring capabilities in SkillsTX Talent eXperience Skills Intelligence come in—a game-changing

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Demystifying Expertise: SFIA – A Scientific Approach to Knowledge, Skill Proficiency, and Competence

LinkedIn says the word ‘expert’ is used in over 60% of job descriptions. The imprecise and subjective term “expert” should be banished from job descriptions and replaced by clear and measurable skill requirements to avoid bias and ensure objective candidate evaluation. By discarding the nebulous term “expert” and embracing a structured approach to skill assessment,

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The Desperate Need for SFIA in the Americas for Aligning HR and Digital Teams

Why is it that despite the clear demand from senior leaders for a standardized skills framework, most in the Americas remain oblivious to a solution that’s been around for over 20 years? SFIA (Skills Framework for the Information Age) from the non-profit SFIA Foundation is not just a concept but a countrywide standard in Australia and

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Companies Need to Stop Using Keyword Searches to Find Digital Talent

I recently received a LinkedIn InMail from a talent recruiter at a company hiring for a “Data Cloud Expert” role. The message said: Hi John, you have a great background with Salesforce. I’m reaching out because we’re looking for a Data Cloud Expert to join our team. The problem is that I have no experience

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Ditch Degrees and Years of Experience, Embrace Passion: SFIA – The Rosetta Stone for Digital Talent

It’s that time again, folks. The confetti’s settled, the bubbly’s flat and a fresh year stretches before us like a blank canvas. And just like we resolve to eat healthier or finally learn French, it’s also time to consider some bold resolutions for our organizations. Today, I’m throwing down the gauntlet, not at gym memberships

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