Industry Statistics

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August 27, 2026 Julie Shenkman

The Job Seeker Confidence Gap: What It Means for Recruiters in 2026

At the start of 2026, we, at Nexxt, asked job seekers how they were feeling about the year ahead. They were optimistic, but with an important caveat: 45% believed they would find a job in 2026, while only 36% believed

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July 23, 2026 Julie Shenkman

Why a Multi-Channel Recruiting Strategy Is Essential in 2026

Think about the last time you searched for something important. You probably didn’t rely on one source, right? You compared options, checked reviews, asked people you trust, and looked in a few places before making the call. Job seekers do

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May 5, 2026 Julie Shenkman

Why Job Hunting Feels Tougher Than Ever, and What Employers Can Do About It

For a lot of job seekers, the market isn’t just competitive. It’s confusing. The challenge isn’t only the number of people applying; it’s the sense that the rules keep changing. Expectations shift, requirements blur, and the usual “do everything right”

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March 31, 2026 Julie Shenkman

2026 Hiring Trends: What Job Seekers Want—and Why Application Volume Is Surging

Nexxt, a leading HR technology company that helps employers reach candidates at scale, recently announced the results of a national survey of more than 1,500 job seekers which revealed a clear shift in candidate behavior, AI tool usage, and a

November 26, 2024 Julie Shenkman

With the Election Behind Us, Will Hiring Pick Up?

Now that the U.S. election season has concluded, hiring managers are left to navigate the uncertainty of what lies ahead for the economy and the recruitment landscape. The pressing question is: what can we expect for hiring trends in the

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October 29, 2024 Julie Shenkman

How to Ensure You Make Great Hires for the 2024 Holiday Season

The holiday season is a critical time for the retail and logistics industries. Last year, despite economic challenges like inflation and high interest rates, the holiday season exceeded expectations, with consumers spending a record $964.4 billion. The five-day Thanksgiving shopping

What kinds of work are job seekers currently looking for

August 6, 2024 Julie Shenkman

Why Job Seekers Are More Inclined to Consider Part Time Work in 2024

Going into 2024, salary was ranked as the most important priority for job seekers. It seems intuitive that job seekers will be looking for full-time jobs, as they provide a stable income and numerous other benefits. However, according to this

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December 7, 2023 Julie Shenkman

The Growing Demand in Healthcare: The Roles That Will Be Most Important

The healthcare field is growing and showing no signs of slowing down. Are you up to date on the roles that will increase? And do you have a plan on how will you keep up with the demand? We at

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October 24, 2023 Julie Shenkman

Holiday Retail Hiring: Be Prepared to Hire Fast

As the 2023 holiday season approaches, the retail industry will be facing an usual circumstance when it comes to hiring. As a result of COVID-19 and shifting consumer behavior and preferences, retail businesses are expecting to hire fewer employees this

Nexxt Infographic "Shifting Priotities: What Job Seekers Really Want

July 6, 2023 Julie Shenkman

Shifting Priorities: What Job Seekers REALLY Want!

A Nexxt survey of job seekers asked the hard-hitting question, “What do job seekers really want?” Throughout a lot of unknowns over the last few years, the priorities of job seekers have obviously changed and changed back and changed again.