The 2014 Udemy Job Skills Index highlights a significant skills gap in the U.S. workforce, where 61% of Americans acknowledge the gap but 95% believe they are qualified for their jobs. This discrepancy poses a challenge for employers struggling to fill positions. Key findings include Millennials' lower awareness of the gap compared to Baby Boomers and Californians feeling most insecure about tech skills. While many turn to online courses to address these gaps, 25% of workers feel their employers aren’t providing enough support. California serves as a potential bellwether for future national trends in skills development.

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