Question 1

What is a skills gap analysis?

Accepted Answer

A skills gap analysis compares the skills your team currently has against the skills required to meet business goals. It identifies where training or hiring is needed so you can allocate resources effectively.

Question 2

How do I prioritize which skills gaps to close first?

Accepted Answer

Focus on critical gaps first - those where the difference between required and actual proficiency is two or more levels. These are the gaps that most limit your team's performance and are best addressed through targeted hiring.

Question 3

Should I hire or train to close a skills gap?

Accepted Answer

For small gaps of one level, training existing team members is usually faster and cheaper. For gaps of two or more levels, hiring someone who already has the skill is more effective since closing large gaps through training alone takes too long and may not succeed.

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