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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New hires should be able to demonstrate that they have decision-making and problem-solving skills to a.certian extent where the scope and impact is very limited.
In the real world the scope and impact is magnified and hence it will require grooming and mentorship to make sure the broader context is always taken into consideration. This cannot happen until the entry-level hire doesn't demonstrate some basic skills during the interview process.
I think this is a lifelong learning opportunity that varies as careers evolve or change. Brand new staff who are have no work experience will need training in these basic soft foundational skills for sure. However, when moving into new roles, these same staff will need coaching or training in different soft skills in order to be successful in their new roles. Staff to supervisors; supervisors to managers; managers to directors; etc. As leaders who want to set up staff for success in their roles, I believe we should try to remember that each progression to a new level will require some type of training that is "foundational" to that new role.
Very much needed. Entry level hires need grooming before being absorbed in realtime projects
Yes, having those are foundational in nature and part of core skills. Not having them will affect effective delivery and sustain.
Not proficient but they should have strong skills already.