Do you think that entry-level IT hires should receive training in foundational skills (like decision-making or problem-solving), or would you expect them to be proficient in those skills upon hire?
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They should receive training in that and other critical skills like diversity and equity along with help to learn how to present / participate in team meetings. I also find that many young people are not used to actually speaking on the phone. Text -- A++, Video -- A but the phone seems to baffle many.
Entry-level is just that. Speaking from my own experience, I truly appreciated companies that invested in me, and helped me grow in my capacities, capabilities and skill-sets. It made me a better contributor and it contributed to my professional growth. A win-win scenario for both parties.
Depending on the organization, being only proficient in your "domain" doesn't bring the deepnest and value a team might be looking for.
Navigate in political decision-making, ability to communicate clearly or being able to summarize ideas are keys. Mentoring programs or tailored learning sessions are a must.
Entry Level IT hires are quite proficient in technology. However, there is a knowledge gap when it comes to funding IT projects, especially multi-departmental projects. They are usually not prepared or experienced in funding debates between departments. This is where mentoring needs to step-in.
The hiring process and candidate selection process has the intrinsic property that the selected candidate (whether is entry level or not) has meets the requirements for the role. Problem-solving and decision-making, for example, is, in most IT roles, a basic skill and mentality expected, however, the maturity of those skills will come only with experience, and if you expect your candidates to adhere to corporate values, vision and strategy, training should be provided with those in focus