Author: Julie Shenkman

October 7, 2025 Julie Shenkman

10+ Years Strong: How Texting Still Connects Employers with Top Talent

The Enduring Power of Text Messaging in Hiring Imagine this: a recruiter posts a job on a Monday morning. By Tuesday afternoon, a qualified candidate has seen the listing but doesn’t act because life gets busy. But when that same

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September 23, 2025 Julie Shenkman

Job Hugging is Replacing Job Hopping

Just a few years ago, job hopping was top of mind for employers. Candidates were jumping from role to role, chasing higher salaries and new opportunities. Today, the pendulum has swung in the opposite direction. Instead of hopping, many employees

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September 9, 2025 Julie Shenkman

“High Agency” The Latest Corporate Buzzword

If you’ve been scanning resumes or networking lately, you may have noticed a new phrase popping up: “high agency.” It’s the kind of term that catches your eye—modern, energetic, and just vague enough to make you wonder, “Should I be

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August 12, 2025 Julie Shenkman

The Secret to Closing the Skills Gap? Better Conversations at Work

The workplace is changing quickly. Technology, AI, and automation are transforming how we work, and as a result, the skills people need to succeed are changing too. According to the World Economic Forum, nearly 60% of workers will need to

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July 29, 2025 Julie Shenkman

How to Edit Your Recruitment Plan for Success in 2025

Recruiting has always been a dynamic field, but as we look further into 2025, it’s clear that external forces are moving faster than ever. Interest rates remain high, inflation is stubborn, and global politics—from tariffs to trade disruptions—are fueling uncertainty.

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July 10, 2025 Julie Shenkman

National Survey Uncovers Key Trends Shaping the Hiring Landscape in 2025

Nexxt, a leading HR technology company that helps employers reach candidates at scale, recently announced the results of a national survey of more than 1,100 job seekers which revealed shifting job seeker priorities, workplace expectations, and application behaviors that employers

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June 3, 2025 Julie Shenkman

Nexxt Partners with NFLPA to Help Former Players Build Post-Football Careers

Leading HR technology company Nexxt recently announced that it is teaming up with the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA), the labor union representing NFL players, to launch an exclusive online job portal for NFLPA members. NFLPA Jobs powered by

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May 20, 2025 Julie Shenkman

Mastering Recruitment Analytics: A Smarter Way to Hire

We all know that hiring today isn’t simply about filling spots—it’s about quickly finding the right people and making quality hires. And with the cost of bringing someone on board increasing year over year and more pressure to show real

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April 30, 2025 Julie Shenkman

4 Ways to Compete for Talent Without Breaking the Bank

Attracting top talent can feel like an uphill battle, especially for companies with limited hiring budgets. However, a hefty salary isn’t the only way to stand out. In Nexxt’s 2025 Job Seeker Survey, 50% of respondents said they were confident

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April 3, 2025 Julie Shenkman

A Labor Market That Values What People Do

For decades, hiring practices have placed a heavy emphasis on degrees, pedigree, and traditional career paths. But as industries evolve and the demand for skilled talent grows, companies are shifting towards skills-based hiring—an approach that focuses on what candidates can