Is College Making a Comeback After AI Disrupted Hiring?
Description
In Episode #76 of Hire Smart Scale Fast, host Hunter Miranda tackles one of the biggest hiring myths of the AI era: Is college really "dead"… or more valuable than ever? As AI reshapes the workforce, business owners are questioning degrees, skill-based hiring, and how to build future-proof teams. In this segment, we break down real data and real hiring experience to show what's actually happening inside U.S. companies.
👉 Plus, discover why LATAM talent is becoming one of the smartest ways for U.S. companies to scale faster, leaner, and more profitably in the AI era.
Takeaways:
College enrollment rates are rising again after a decline.
College graduates earn significantly more than those with only a high school diploma.
The skill-based hiring trend is real but has not drastically changed hiring practices.
Older students are increasingly returning to college for further education.
College graduates tend to have better health outcomes and live longer.
Rising tuition costs are a significant concern for higher education.
Critical thinking skills will remain essential in the age of AI.
Universities need to focus on education rather than luxury branding.
Chapters:
00:00 The Rise of College Enrollment
05:48 The Value of a College Degree
10:23 Debunking the 'College is Dead' Narrative
15:52 Challenges and Future of Higher Education
Tune in to learn how to hire smarter, scale faster, and build teams that thrive in the age of AI.
About the show:
Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation.
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