The Resume Myth: Why Paper Qualifications Don't Define Potential with Michelle Sims
Eps. #130 JULY 8TH, 2025
In this episode of the HR Mixtape, host Shari Simpson sits down with Michelle Sims, CEO of Yupro Placement, to explore the transformative power of skills-based hiring. As organizations increasingly prioritize inclusive leadership and equitable hiring practices, this conversation sheds light on the urgent need to move beyond traditional degree requirements. Michelle shares her journey and insights on how skills-first approaches can enhance employee experience and drive economic mobility for overlooked talent.
Listener Takeaways:
Learn how to identify the top skills needed for success in various roles.
Discover why reframing interview questions can reduce bias and improve candidate assessment.
Explore strategies for building partnerships with workforce development organizations to tap into nontraditional talent pools.
Hit “Play” to gain valuable insights on redefining hiring practices for a more inclusive future!
Guest(s): Michelle Sims, CEO, Yupro Placement
Guest(s): Michelle Sims, CEO, Yupro Placement
As CEO of YUPRO Placement and a champion of skills-first hiring, Michelle Sims leads a diverse, mission-driven team to create career and economic mobility for historically excluded talent.
Through skills-first hiring, YUPRO Placement, a division of Year Up United, builds high-performing workforces that drive positive career and business outcomes.
