Data Literacy and Technical Proficiency Outperform Soft Skills in Latest Hiring Trends

By Jessica Thomas · Entrepreneur · 2026-08-21

Data Literacy and Technical Proficiency Outperform Soft Skills in Latest Hiring Trends

According to reporting from Entrepreneur, a recent analysis of 9,700 resumes by Careerminds indicates that job candidates highlighting specific technical capabilities are significantly more successful than those relying on traditional soft skills. The study found that while descr

According to reporting from Entrepreneur, a recent analysis of 9,700 resumes by Careerminds indicates that job candidates highlighting specific technical capabilities are significantly more successful than those relying on traditional soft skills. The study found that while descr