The great AI skills disconnect - and how to fix it
zdnet.comPublished: 4/23/2025
Summary
AI skills matter. However, there's a disconnect between how business leaders and employees view AI and the best ways to upskill. Also: AI has grown beyond human knowledge, says Google's DeepMind unitThe survey found that 88% of business leaders report prioritizing AI skills over other skills within their organizations for promotions or job assignments. Furthermore, 84% of respondents prioritize verified AI skills over degrees in hiring decisions. The survey found that 54% of employees are not confident in their organizations' recognition of AI skills, only 4% feel like AI skills are always prioritized in promotions, and 47% believe having AI skills has no noticeable impact on career advancement.