[ako]

There are many situations where employers are not interested in skills, they’re just looking to fill a position with the cheapest (licensed) person. There’s very little ROI in upgrading your skills in this situation.

[deadeye]

I think we're saying the same thing. If that's what employers do then employees can't compete on skill.

[ako]

Agreed, just wanted to stress the point that it is often not even an option for a potential employee to try and compete on skills.