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LinkedIn Highlights 2025's Most In-Demand Skills in a Rapidly Evolving Job Market

AI literacy and soft skills like conflict mitigation are reshaping hiring priorities as 70% of job-related skills are set to change by 2030.

  • LinkedIn's 'Skills on the Rise' report identifies 15 critical skills for 2025, including AI literacy, adaptability, and stakeholder management.
  • AI-related skills, such as Large Language Model (LLM) development, have seen a 20-fold increase in adoption globally since 2016.
  • Soft skills like conflict mitigation and public speaking remain essential for fostering workplace relationships and career growth.
  • 62% of U.S. hiring managers report a mismatch between available skills and company needs, highlighting the urgency of addressing the skills gap.
  • Skills-based hiring is replacing traditional degree-focused models, emphasizing capabilities over credentials in a rapidly changing job market.
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