When it comes to managing people in the workplace, it can be frustrating to see your goals not being met despite having the correct number of people on board. And because of this, your vision for the company may begin to get hazy. This can be due to commitment, hiring quality, or poor training. But the mediocre output of your team members can be due to a skills gap.
What are Skills Gaps?
A skills gap is the difference between the skills required to perform a specific job or task and the actual skills a person has. It can also refer to the gap between a company’s workforce’s skills and the skills needed to meet its goals.
Skills gaps in the workplace can be a significant obstacle to productivity, efficiency, and success. They can impact team member performance, hinder the ability of businesses to adapt to change, and even