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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Navigating the Job Market Amid Political Uncertainty: What Employers Need to Know
As the presidential election approaches, the atmosphere is charged with anticipation, bringing unique opportunities for businesses to strategize and thrive in a shifting landscape. While political uncertainty can present challenges, it also offers a chance for employers and recruiters to
Continue readingWhy 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
Continue readingThe Swing from ‘YOLO’ to Job Security
In 2022, due to COVID-19, the employment landscape took a rattling shift where people were voluntarily leaving their jobs for many reasons, this was known as the Great Resignation. The pandemic changed a lot for job seekers. People left their
Continue readingA Lack of Summer Interns Could Stall Your Talent Pipeline
A recent analysis has shown that internship postings have dropped between 7-14% this year compared to previous years. Furthermore, summer job postings overall have dropped 16.9% since last year, and 28% since two years ago. In May, Tesla rescinded internship
Continue readingNexxt’s 2024 Job Seeker Study Shares What Job Seekers Value Most & How They Plan to Search for Jobs in the Future
Read the full report here: What Employers Can Expect from Job Seekers in 2024 Overview: Over the last few years job seekers have gained and lost the upper hand when it comes to the world of work. With the shift
Continue readingAudit Your Candidate Experience to Increase Your Retention Rate
Is your company struggling with candidates abandoning the hiring process? An audit of that process is likely necessary, as you might be missing out on great talent. Even if your retention rate is strong, scrutinizing the hiring process from the
Continue readingIs A Traditional Degree Still the Golden Ticket?
For the longest time, obtaining a traditional college degree meant many doors would open for you in the professional world. Due to college degrees having high value for decades, it’s now commonly seen as a must-have when pursuing a professional
Continue readingBetter Hires Are the Result of a Cautious Job Market
The job market is currently on a cool down with a shortage of open job positions and decreasing rates of employee resignations. Employees aren’t leaving their jobs as quickly as they were last year as job seekers are concerned about
Continue readingHoliday 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
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