Would You Hire You? Building the Skills Employers Look For

Would You Hire You? Building the Skills Employers Actually Want You have the degree. You have the certifications. You have a CV that looks impressive. But… would an employer actually hire you? In this LinkedIn Live conversation, we went beyond certificates, polished CVs and job titles to ask a more important question: What are employers really looking for when they hire? We had an honest conversation with two experienced People & Culture leaders about employability, workplace readiness and what separates candidates who look good on paper from people employers actually want on their teams. Our speakers share practical insights on: • What employers look for at entry, mid and senior levels • Why learning agility can matter more than experience at the early-career level • The importance of ownership, resourcefulness, integrity and leadership • Common mistakes young professionals make during recruitment • How to build experience when you don't have “experience” yet • How volunteering, internships and campus leadership can strengthen your CV • What makes a candidate memorable in an interview • Why saying “I'm a great communicator” isn't enough • How preparation can make you stand out at work • Whether externships can help companies build stronger talent pipelines • Why organisations should create opportunities to develop young talent • And the big question: Should young people pay for internships? This isn't another conversation about collecting more certificates. It's about becoming the kind of person who can do the work, solve problems, learn quickly, take ownership and create value. 🎙️ Meet the Speakers Tijesunimi Arewa Head of People and Culture, My CoverGenius Favour Eze, ACIPM, SPHRI™ Head of People and Culture, ThriveAgric Whether you're a student, recent graduate, NYSC member, early-career professional, employer or HR professional, this conversation is worth your time. Watch, take notes, and then ask yourself: Would you hire you? About Kryptr Kryptr is a talent development platform helping young people move from learning to real-world work experience and opportunities. We believe the gap between education and employment cannot be solved with certificates alone. Young people need the opportunity to learn, practise, simulate real work, receive feedback and build the confidence to contribute. Learn more about Kryptr: https://www.kryptr.co #Kryptr #WouldYouHireYou #CareerDevelopment #Employability #HR #HumanResources #YoungProfessionals #GraduateJobs #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceSkills #TalentDevelopment #Nigeria