Market Intelligence
Skills That Win in 2026
Skills-based hiring is the new normal. Here is what the market actually wants — and how to get there.
75%
of employers screen by skills first
LinkedIn Hiring Report 2025
#1
skill gap: Communication + AI Literacy
World Economic Forum 2025
3×
more callbacks with a skills-optimised resume
Glassdoor Research 2025
60s
average recruiter time on a resume
Ladders Eye-Tracking Study
Employer Demand by Skill (2026)
Based on 50k+ job postingsCommunication & StorytellingAll roles
94%Problem Solving & Critical ThinkingTech & Ops
88%Leadership & OwnershipMid-senior
82%AI Tools & Prompt LiteracyGrowing fast
78%Data Literacy & InterpretationAnalyst roles
72%Adaptability & Learning AgilityAll roles
68%Pro tip: You don't need all of these. Pick 3–4 that match your target role and go deep.