Ivy League grads and top grades don’t guarantee you’re a great worker, says Jamie Dimon—which is why JPMorgan hires thousands of ex-felons

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We’ve got to make these kids more comfortable and I think one of the things that works there is apprenticeships, internships and then a little bit of training which again, they can teach in high school too.

Speaking to LinkedIn, CEO Jamie Dimon reiterated his long-held view that skills are equally as important as education when it comes to finding the right candidate.

With more than 240,000 staff working for JPMorgan, America’s biggest bank wants to ensure it hires people from across the societal spectrum, including those who have formerly been incarcerated.

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Author / Journalist: Eleanor Pringle

Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: United StatesIndia

Topics: JPMorgan Chase Hiring Education Jamie Dimon Colleges and Universities

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Published On: 2024-07-15 @ 11:00:32 (2 days ago)

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