Washington, DC, Oct. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As artificial intelligence continues to transform the workforce, employers are beginning to place greater emphasis on soft skills, according to research released today by Seramount, a talent services firm that partners with more than half of the Fortune 100.
While hiring managers continue to seek candidates who have AI skills and the ability to integrate AI into daily tasks, talent leaders say the competitive edge for applicants is moving toward uniquely human skills, such as decision-making and interpersonal communication, skills that AI can’t replace. As one chief human resource officer shared: “We keep calling them soft skills like they’re nice to have. They’re critical.”
“We are entering a period of rapid workforce disruption, where certain skill sets may decline in value—and will continue to do so over time,” said Joe Infantino, Senior Director, Seramount. “By developing leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, in addition …