What Employers Actually Mean When They Say 'We Can't Find Good Workers'

What Employers Actually Mean When They Say 'We Can't Find Good Workers'

What Employers Actually Mean When They Say 'We Can't Find Good Workers'Rob Heller
Published on: 25/06/2026

The hiring crisis isn't about a shortage of applicants. It's about a shortage of applicants with the skills to thrive in professional environments. Here's what the data actually shows — and what schools can do about it.

Why Soft Skills Matter
26 Skills Every High School Student Needs Before Graduation

26 Skills Every High School Student Needs Before Graduation

26 Skills Every High School Student Needs Before GraduationRob Heller
Published on: 22/06/2026

Most high schools graduate students who can solve quadratic equations but can't navigate a difficult conversation, bounce back from failure, or manage their own time. Here are the 26 skills that actually determine student success — in college, work, and life.

Why Soft Skills Matter
The Soft Skills Gap Is Costing Your Students Their Future — Here's What the Data Says

The Soft Skills Gap Is Costing Your Students Their Future — Here's What the Data Says

The Soft Skills Gap Is Costing Your Students Their Future — Here's What the Data SaysRob Heller
Published on: 18/06/2026

84% of hiring managers say high school graduates aren't prepared for the workforce — and the gaps aren't academic. Here's what the data says about the soft skills crisis, and what school leaders can do about it.

Why Soft Skills Matter