After a rough 2025 for many of our members, we have seen a nice bounce in placement activity in 2026. The latest recruitment trends indicate some of the areas where we’ve seen increased activity year-over-year: Read the rest of this entry »
2026 Recruitment Trends: Where Hiring Is Bouncing Back
by Veronica BlattUnderstanding Key Recruitment Trends: Insights for 2024
by Dave NerzRecruitment trends play a pivotal role in shaping hiring strategies and understanding the dynamics of the job market. Here are some key recruitment trends to keep a close eye on:
Sectoral Job Growth Dynamics:
In 2023, an astonishing 79% of non-farm job growth was concentrated within a select few sectors: government, education, and health services. This data, extracted from the Glassdoor December Jobs Report, sheds light on the discrepancy between sectors experiencing growth and those facing challenges, such as manufacturing or finance. Understanding this disparity is crucial for recruiters navigating the landscape of job availability and demand. Read the rest of this entry »
Recruitment Trends for 2023
by Dave Nerz
Recruitment has never been easy, but the current conditions are as difficult and complex as they have ever been. The Labor Force Participation Rate (LFPR) is down to 62.2%. That means there is a bunch of talent sitting on the sidelines. It will be your job in 2023 to help draw some of the talent back into the work force. Consider these recruitment trends as you make that effort in 2023! Read the rest of this entry »
Recruitment Trends to Embrace
by Dave Nerz
The pandemic has changed our world. If the word pivot is not a part of your new lexicon, it should be. 2020’s challenges have impacted recruitment for years into the future. Your clients and candidates expect new and different services from you post-pandemic. Your client companies are adapting to virtual recruiting, more accepting of remote candidates, and require diversity, equity and inclusion. You must adjust and embrace these recruitment trends to grow your opportunities, develop your skills, and provide the value the market expects in a post-pandemic world. Read the rest of this entry »