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Summer has become a highly strategic period for detecting and attracting talent in the job market. Traditionally seen as a season for rest, this year allows professionals to dedicate more time to job searching, facilitating more effective and thoughtful hiring processes. This summer, a 9.4% increase in the number of signed contracts is expected, translating to nearly 700,000 new jobs, setting a record compared to previous years.
This growth not only reflects solid business advancement in Spain but also represents a key opportunity for companies looking to strengthen their teams. However, for this summer campaign to translate into sustainable, high-quality hiring in the long term, it is vital to adopt a people-centered approach, rather than focusing solely on technical skills.
According to data from Steelter, a platform specializing in talent management, prioritizing soft skills in the selection process is crucial. These skills are essential for identifying profiles that not only align with organizational culture but also enrich it. While many companies continue to make the mistake of “hiring for experience and firing for attitude,” Steelter’s founder, José Luis Marcó, reminds us that this practice can be costly in the long run.
During this summer, companies have a less hurried environment, allowing them to conduct more thorough selection processes. This facilitates the evaluation of candidates in aspects such as adaptability, teamwork, and receptiveness to feedback. Steelter suggests using its platform to assess these skills in less than five minutes, applying a 360 methodology based on data that allows for more objective and predictive decisions.
Therefore, organizations that adopt a strategic vision focused on culture and talent development can transform this summer campaign into an opportunity to build strong teams, ready to face future challenges. The focus should go beyond finding candidates who merely fit the current culture, seeking those who can strengthen and project that culture over time.
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