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A milestone moment: thrilled to officially announce our partnership with Anthropic! Through Claude, we're revolutionizing how organizations evaluate talent - moving beyond traditional resumes to create dynamic, AI-powered job simulations that let candidates demonstrate their real abilities in action. What makes this partnership special? Like Anthropic, we're a public benefit corporation committed to human-centric innovation. Together, we're creating more equitable hiring practices that benefit both employers and job seekers. Already seeing incredible results: 10x higher conversion to full-time hires with skills-based evaluation 50% reduction in hiring cycle time 70% decrease in total cost to hire The future of hiring is here, and it's more efficient, equitable, and human. Excited to continue transforming lives through fairer hiring practices alongside the incredible team at Anthropic! https://lnkd.in/eGMhuFgZ

Today we unveil Skillfully's biggest partnership to date - a collaboration with the world's leading AI company Anthropic, and a shared commitment to reshape hiring forever. Why this matters:  ●   Resumes - and traditional resume-based hiring - are failing both job-seekers and employers. This old way of hiring is too slow, too biased, and too outdated for the challenges the global workforce will need to navigate a new, AI-driven future of work  ●   Simulation-based, skills first hiring is the future, allowing applicants to be seen for their full potential and letting employers focus on real, demonstrated skills instead of how applicants may describe them. This shift is clearly better for job-seekers and ROI positive for employers, but simply not viable before the advent of technology like the Claude family of models. Instead of working within the confines of a broken system, we’re reimagining it - and this partnership lets us bring that vision to life at global scale. Why Anthropic?  ●   Enterprise ready: Best-in-class models and industry leading safety standards give Skillfully employers access to cutting edge solutions that are tested, vetted and ready for deployments at scale  ●   Human-centric: Claude’s uncompromising focus on human-centric AI ensure Skillfully job-seekers are supported by tools designed with their interests in mind  ●   Aligned values: as Public Benefit Corporations both Skillfully and Anthropic are committed to shaping a better, fairer, and more meritocratic future of work Stay tuned for most updates coming soon – the future of work starts NOW!

Energizing week at the The AI Summit Series in NYC, where Governor Hochul unveiled New York's bold vision for AI impact. Key Moment: The Governor's commitment to "ethical and responsible AI." As NY leads in building AI solutions for public good, we see the direct parallel to our work. At Skillfully, we're bringing transparency to hiring through our explainable AI assessments. Our technology helps companies understand not just who's qualified, but why - making hiring decisions clearer and more objective. As NY invests $400M in Empire AI to advance responsible development, we're proud to be bringing that same commitment to transparency within hiring through our technology. Here's to a future where talent assessment is clear, fair, dynamic, and backed by data!

It’s a critical moment: The handoff from recruiter to the hiring manager for an interview. Interviews should be a moment where hiring managers and candidates have meaningful conversations. But, too often, they become templated and pre-rehearsed–offering no real insights. It doesn’t have to be this way. We’ve reimagined (and scaled) the process. Before the interview, our Skills Laboratory puts candidates through dynamic simulations, creating a practice environment that validates real-world skills in action. Next, we provide a personalized candidate report. Skillfully generates targeted interview guides based on each candidate’s simulation performance. This isn’t just a summary—it’s an actionable interview guide tailored to each candidate’s performance, empowering hiring managers to:  Ask the right questions  Assess coaching needs versus deal-breakers Probe into specific skill areas that need exploration Make informed decisions about development potential Why it matters?  We ensure the insights are carried forward seamlessly to hiring managers, turning raw data into an actionable, meaningful discussion guide. It’s basically a *secret decoder ring* for hiring managers. Better insights = smarter decisions + stronger hires. 

Are AI-generated resumes overwhelming your systems? Recruiters, we’ve all been there: job posts attract thousands of applications, many of which are screened out by arbitrary keyword filters or inundate your team with irrelevant data. It's not just frustrating—it’s inefficient. The traditional approach? Sifting through resumes manually, a subjective process that takes too much time and leaves the best candidates at risk of being overlooked. Recruiters don’t want to be buried in data—they want to trust it. To make smarter decisions, you need tools that prioritize job readiness and provide actionable insights. Enter Skillfully, where AI meets skills-based assessments to transform hiring. Skills first → We rank candidates based on proven skills proficiency, demonstrated through dynamic simulations tailored to the role. Trusted data → Skillfully doesn’t just analyze resumes—we predict on-the-job performance before you even schedule an interview. Time & money savings → Cut screening time by 50% and reduce cost-per-hire by over 70%. The result? Recruiters spend less time wading through resumes and more time building relationships with the right candidates. Instead of asking: Who’s qualified? Can I trust this data? How do I screen the best candidates? Skillfully gives you answers, empowering you to make confident hiring decisions. It’s not just about filling a role today—it’s about predicting future success. A performance evaluation before you hire? That’s progress that sets you apart.

Last chance to register for our Winter 2025 FirstGenU Career Institute! This free, virtual program helps first-gen students build career skills, grow as leaders, network with professionals, and connect with a supportive community of other first-generation college students. 99% of students surveyed felt more prepared to pursue their career goals after completing FirstGenU. Don’t wait—registration closes December 10! https://lnkd.in/eMd2pDQ5

Outdated methods of assessing candidates—static, multiple-choice—no longer cut it. These assessments fail to show what really matters: how candidates will actually perform in the job. Most HR tools fall short.  Cookie-cutter, static assessments can be memorized. Resumes tell you what candidates claim, not what they can do. The solution? Real-world simulations. Dynamic, job-specific scenarios give recruiters concrete proof of a candidate’s skills in action. It’s like putting them in the role before they’re even hired. At Skillfully, we go beyond generic tools to create customized, bespoke simulations that reflect the specific requirements of each role. We bridge the gap between job descriptions and true capabilities, ensuring every candidate is assessed on what really matters. Screen in, not just out -Identify the right talent capable of performing the role Hire with confidence -Gain the clarity to make better hiring decisions and improve retention. Eliminate subjectivity -Standardized assessments ensure fairness, scalability, and efficiency. One platform, multiple solutions -A customizable tool that adapts to your hiring needs across roles and teams. Streamlined process -Consolidate your entire assessment workflow into a single, intuitive dashboard. Candidates can’t fake mastery of skills. Real-word simulations provide actionable insights to hire the right candidate with confidence. 

Candidates don't want to be ghosted. Recruiters don't want to ghost. 👻 But it's become the norm, not the exception. The job search process is often frustrating: 😤 For candidates: ⌛️ Hours spent tailoring resumes, crafting cover letters, and navigating application systems – often with no response. It's exhausting and disheartening. For recruiters: 🔍 Sifting through hundreds of resumes, many unqualified for the role. This overwhelms HR teams and risks missing top talent. The truth? The process is broken on both sides. 💔 Skillfully levels the playing field for all candidates with scalable, AI-driven skills-based assessments. 🎯 For recruiters: 💼 Future-focused insights highlight a candidate's actual ability to do the job, seeing beyond their resume. Time saved wading through resumes means more time spent connecting with candidates. Unbiased assessments ensure the right talent is matched with the role. For candidates: 🌟 Dynamic, on-the-job simulations provide a real sense of the work environment. Personalized AI-generated strengths reports for every single candidate – even those who don't move forward. It's a win for everyone involved: No more ghosting. No more missed opportunities. 🤝 Most importantly: The best talent secures the job. 🎉 Let us show you how! 🚀

Candidates don't want to be ghosted. Recruiters don't want to ghost. 👻 But it's become the norm, not the exception. The job search process is often frustrating: 😤 For candidates: ⌛️ Hours spent tailoring resumes, crafting cover letters, and navigating application systems – often with no response. It's exhausting and disheartening. For recruiters: 🔍 Sifting through hundreds of resumes, many unqualified for the role. This overwhelms HR teams and risks missing top talent. The truth? The process is broken on both sides. 💔 Skillfully levels the playing field for all candidates with scalable, AI-driven skills-based assessments. 🎯 For recruiters: 💼 Future-focused insights highlight a candidate's actual ability to do the job, seeing beyond their resume. Time saved wading through resumes means more time spent connecting with candidates. Unbiased assessments ensure the right talent is matched with the role. For candidates: 🌟 Dynamic, on-the-job simulations provide a real sense of the work environment. Personalized AI-generated strengths reports for every single candidate – even those who don't move forward. It's a win for everyone involved: No more ghosting. No more missed opportunities. 🤝 Most importantly: The best talent secures the job. 🎉 Let us show you how! 🚀

❗ HR Leaders ❗ It's the final stretch of 2024—and hiring has fundamentally changed: ● 400+ applications flood each role, most AI-enhanced ● Resume keywords no longer signal real talent ● Qualified candidates get lost in the noise ● Bad hires cost 2.5x more than ever ● Recruiting teams are at breaking point Looking ahead to 2025, here are the critical areas reshaping talent acquisition: Candidate Engagement The era of one-way applications is over. Top talent expects meaningful dialogue and feedback. Skills-First Hiring Moving beyond resumes to focus on demonstrated capabilities - what candidates can actually do. AI-Enhanced Screening Smart technology to handle volume while maintaining quality and reducing bias. Data-Driven Decisions Using objective insights to improve interview quality and hiring outcomes. Transparency Building Trust through clear processes and explainable technology. Big picture? The companies that adapt to these shifts will win the war for talent in 2025. Struggling with any of these areas? Skillfully can help. Let's talk →