The U.S. economy has added over two million jobs in the past year, yet the job market reveals deeper challenges beneath the surface. As of November, over seven million Americans were unemployed, and 1.6 million of them have been job hunting for six months or more—a 50% increase since late 2022. The average time to secure a new position has risen to six months, with high-paying white-collar sectors like tech, law, and media seeing the steepest declines in hiring. Continue reading Navigating a Shifting Job Market: Key Insights for Job Seekers
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Navigating 2025: A Soft Landing for the U.S. Job Market?
As 2025 approaches, the U.S. job market remains resilient but faces critical challenges. Insights from Indeed’s 2025 US Jobs & Hiring Trends Report highlight key trends shaping the year ahead. Continue reading Navigating 2025: A Soft Landing for the U.S. Job Market?
Perpetual Forward Motion: A Personal Journey to Career Success
Throughout my career, I’ve learned that the concept of “perpetual forward motion” is not just a strategy—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re actively seeking a new role, transitioning to a completely new career path, or aiming to move up the ladder in your current job, consistently moving forward is key to success. Continue reading Perpetual Forward Motion: A Personal Journey to Career Success
Unlocking the Full Job Market: Why You Need to Tap into Public Job Boards, the Hidden Job Market, and Recruiters
In today’s competitive job market, finding your ideal job requires more than just scrolling through job boards. To truly maximize your opportunities, you need to explore all three avenues: public job boards, the hidden job market, and recruiters. Here’s why each one is crucial and strategies to leverage them effectively. Continue reading Unlocking the Full Job Market: Why You Need to Tap into Public Job Boards, the Hidden Job Market, and Recruiters
Navigating the Summer Job Hunt: Pros, Cons, and Winning Strategies
As the summer months approach, the job market takes on a unique dynamic. Whether you’re a recent graduate, a professional in transition, or someone looking to gain experience or extra income, summer can be a great time to hunt for a job. However, like any job search, it comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of summer job hunting and some strategies to help you succeed. Continue reading Navigating the Summer Job Hunt: Pros, Cons, and Winning Strategies
VIDEO: Michael Tippett on ‘The Future of Work’
With so many jobs being replaced because of the efficiency of technology, Michael Tippett asks, “What will we be doing when we’re not working?” Watch the video here from Sam Sullivan’s Public Salon
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Resumes will vanish, machines will drive gender diversity, and recruiting for “LQ” next big thing
Resumes will vanish, machines will drive gender diversity, and recruiting for something called “LQ” will be the next big thing. These are three predictions about the future of recruiting that Accenture’s former Global Head of Recruiting who recently joined Delta Air Lines, Jennifer Carpenter, shared at Talent Connect 2017. Read the LinkedIn Talent Blog article