In recent years, all the talent and labor talk has focused on Millennials. But there’s a new kid in town, so to speak. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Gen Z now makes up 12.7% of the total labor force in 2023, of which...
Recruiting top candidates and hiring can be challenging, particularly given unemployment is still low. There are effective strategies you can employ to attract the right candidates for your critical positions. Many companies focus solely on resumes and skills, overlooking the behavioral traits, cognitive abilities, and competencies...
Hiring continues to strengthen according to the US Department of Labor as employers added a surprisingly strong 353,000 jobs in January 2024 as the labor market continues showing solid gains. Unemployment stays at 3.7 percent, which has a significant impact on the strong economy as...
When hiring, every business is searching for the best candidates. Rarely does an employer express a need for “ok” or “average” employees – they all want unicorns. But there’s no such thing. To secure the best talent that fits your job requirements, your culture, and...
As the holiday season approaches, many businesses find themselves in need of extra hands to manage the surge in demand. Hiring seasonal employees can address short-term staffing needs. But before you start hiring, you need to define what you truly need staffing-wise so that you...
Most hiring managers and HR professionals acknowledge the ongoing talent scarcity that we all face, and the detrimental effect that can have on productivity, innovation, and overall competitiveness. In response to this challenge, organizations need to take a strategic approach to workforce planning, centered around...
Companies are increasingly using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help with their hiring processes, particularly in recruiting. Some AI-systems can analyze resumes and applications to identify candidates whose skills or experience match the job requirements. Other AI tools search through online platforms such as LinkedIn or...
The US economy continues to grow (2.4% annual rate in the second quarter). Consumers keep spending despite rising interest rates, which goes hand-in-hand with a healthy job market. The US unemployment rate (3.5%) is near the 50-year low and employers are still adding hundreds of...
US employers added 209,000 jobs in June, only a small drop in hiring from May's larger-than-expected increase of 339,000 jobs, keeping the unemployment rate at 3.6 percent. One of the biggest challenges companies face when hiring is finding rock stars. Hiring is easier when we...
Business owners, executives and leaders must have a clear plan of action in order to achieve their goals (sales goals, customer service goals, product development goals, etc.). However, what often gets left out of that strategic plan is a detailed “people” plan. Do you have...
