Demand for some particular skills is increasing thanks to the recent explosion of "digital-first" ways of doing business. A third of tech leaders are planning to hire for new positions in 2022 as demand for multi-skilled workers grows, according to research. A survey of 300 senior leaders in the UK comprising CEOs, CFOs, CTOs and CIOs at SMEs and large organizations by recruiter Robert Half found that 34% plan to up their headcount next year, driven by the ongoing shift to digital and "online-first" business models. 56% of respondents said they expected finding qualified candidates to be a greater challenge compared to the pre-pandemic jobs market. Taken together, these changes are creating a need for new skillsets that reach beyond the typical technical qualifications, with 34% of CIOs surveyed reporting that most candidates lack desirable 'soft' traits like adaptability, problem-solving, and negotiation and communication skills.
https://www.zdnet.com/article/tech-bosses-are-hiring-and-these-are-skills-theyre-looking-for/
