With rapid technological advancements and evolving workplace demands, upskilling remains a priority for job seekers and hiring managers in 2025. A recent McKinsey report shows 87% of companies worldwide face skill gaps or expect them soon.
For job seekers, highlighting relevant skills on your resume and LinkedIn profile can help you stand out in a competitive market. For those making a career shift, learning new skills through online courses can make the transition smoother. Hiring managers must also stay updated on emerging skills to attract and retain top talent.
With that in mind, here are 25 in-demand skills for 2025 to help you on your job hunt or hiring search:
Soft skills
Employers are prioritizing soft skills over technical skills because they directly impact teamwork, leadership and adaptability. Horizontal Talent Senior Technical Recruiter Ali Provos states, “If you have someone who can communicate, is a good team player and can learn, you can develop their hard skills. Soft skills are important, and you can’t always teach somebody that.”
- Communication & collaboration
- Project management (even if you’re not a project manager)
- Leadership & decision-making
- Active listening & emotional intelligence
- Creative problem-solving & adaptability
- Critical thinking & analytical skills
- Time management & productivity optimization
Tech skills
The demand for AI, automation and data analytics is skyrocketing. According to LinkedIn, contract job postings in tech have tripled in the past two years, and roles requiring AI expertise are among the fastest-growing.
- AI & machine learning
- Data science & data visualization
- Cybersecurity
- Blockchain & Web3
- Salesforce & CRM platforms
- Robotic process automation (RPA)
- Cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Programming & software development (JavaScript, Python, HTML, CSS, PHP)
Marketing & creative skills
With digital content consumption at an all-time high, marketers and creatives need to stay ahead of industry trends. Certifications from Google Skillshop, LinkedIn Learning and HubSpot can help professionals develop in-demand skills.
- Web design (UI/UX & user experience testing)
- Graphic design (even if you’re not a designer)
- Content creation & writing (SEO, blogs, AI-assisted copywriting)
- Social media marketing & community building
- Performance marketing & lead generation
- Video production & editing (short-form and long-form content)
- Email marketing & marketing automation tools
Other essential skills
Beyond tech and marketing, professionals need business, strategy and leadership skills to drive success.
- Product management
- Financial analysis & budget management
- Corporate sustainability & ESG strategy
Adding just one of these new skills to your resume could be the key to unlocking your next career opportunity. Choose a skill that aligns with your current role, a future role or a passion area, and start learning today!
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