cleancodecraft
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5 months ago Dear @Kumar2106 this issue has been moved here since there is no discussion for it. That means that you never opened a discussion, you never waited for the issue to be approved, you never waited to hear the decision on which repo is best for this issue.
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Kumar2106
Describe the real-life Issue
Description
Many candidates who meet all the technical requirements and have a strong history of relevant achievements are being rejected because they do not meet the specified number of years of experience.
1. What is the Issue:
Despite their proven skills and successful project outcomes, the emphasis on years of experience overshadows their actual capabilities and contributions. This practice highlights a potential flaw in the hiring process that may overlook highly qualified candidates who can significantly contribute to the team and organization.
2. Affected Parties:
This issue is important because it can lead to missed opportunities for both candidates and companies. By focusing more on skills, achievements, and the potential value a candidate can bring, rather than strictly adhering to a years-of-experience requirement, we can create a more inclusive and effective hiring process.
3. Repetitive Nature:
The repetitive nature of emphasizing years of experience over actual skills and accomplishments results in the continual dismissal of capable candidates. This pattern reinforces outdated hiring practices and prevents the organization from benefiting from fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.
4. Impact:
This approach limits the talent pool, leading to missed opportunities for both candidates and companies. Companies may fail to acquire highly skilled individuals who could drive innovation and efficiency. Candidates, in turn, are denied opportunities to grow and contribute to organizations where they could make a significant impact.
5. What Counts as Contribution:
Contributions should be measured by the impact of a candidate's work, such as successful project outcomes, problem-solving abilities, innovation, and the ability to improve processes or products. Real-world achievements, endorsements from previous employers, and demonstrable skills should be valued over the length of experience alone.
Who has faced this issue?
Me
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