Why “Any Industry Experience” Is a Hiring Mistake
In many hiring discussions, one phrase appears again and again:“Let’s look for someone with industry experience.” At first glance, this feels sensible. Industry experience appears to reduce risk and shorten learning curves. However, in 2026, relying on any industry experience as a hiring filter is often the reason roles fail quietly. Across jewellery, luxury retail, […]
Veejay Ssudhan
·Feb 10, 2026
