skill-based selections

[/skɪl beɪst sɪˈlɛkʃənz/]
nounpl: skill-based selections
seleções baseadas em habilidades
1. A process of choosing or recruiting individuals based primarily on their demonstrated competencies, abilities, and technical expertise rather than credentials, experience level, or other factors
The company implemented skill-based selections to hire the most capable candidates regardless of their educational background.
A empresa implementou seleções baseadas em habilidades para contratar os candidatos mais capazes independentemente de sua formação educacional.
2. In sports or competition contexts, the method of choosing team members or participants based on their athletic abilities and performance metrics
The Olympics uses skill-based selections to ensure only the most talented athletes compete.
As Olimpíadas usam seleções baseadas em habilidades para garantir que apenas os atletas mais talentosos compitam.
In Brazil, skill-based selections have gained prominence in modern HR practices as companies move away from traditional credential-heavy hiring. This approach aligns with the country's growing emphasis on practical abilities and results-oriented recruitment, particularly in tech and startups. In the US, this concept is central to DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives, promoting fair hiring practices that reduce bias.
NYC Slang
merit picks
Synonyms / Sinônimos
competency-based selectionmerit-based selectionability-based selectionperformance-based selectionaptitude-based recruitment
Antonyms / Antônimos
credential-based selectionexperience-based selectionage-based selectionquota-based selectionnepotism

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seleções baseadas em habilidades
Standard usage in HR and recruitment contexts
São Paulo
seleção por competências
Common variant in corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
seleção por habilidades
Slightly simplified version used in casual business contexts
Portugal
seleções baseadas em competências
European Portuguese preference for 'competências' over 'habilidades'

Related Words

skill assessmentcompetency evaluationtalent acquisitionmeritocracyrecruitment criteriaperformance metrics

Related Idioms & Phrases

level the playing field
separate the wheat from the chaff
cream of the crop
best person for the job
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