The Labor Solutions team knows what it’s like to look for work in an ever-changing job market. The tactics that got you your last job might not work this time around. Employers are always evolving in what they are seeking in candidates and in the skills they are seeking. It’s important to know what the current trends are in the employment world in order to best set yourself up for success.
What’s Trending Now
Over the years, employers have refined what they value in their employees, and as technology advances, changes have taken place in the hiring process. At Labor Solutions, we want you to have the best chance of getting the job you want, so we keep a close eye on hiring trends. Here’s what we’ve noticed lately:
- Blind hiring creates new opportunities. In order to reduce bias in hiring practices, many employers begin the interview process in such a way as to screen candidates anonymously. Anonymous testing, phone interviews, and recruitment chatbots are being utilized to assess applicants based solely on their merit.
- Greater flexibility is the new normal. Employers have realized that allowing people to work remotely can reduce absenteeism and increase productivity. The ubiquity of internet technology means that teams can stay connected without being in the same building every day.
- Soft skills are serious business. There has been a great deal more attention paid to a candidate’s soft skills in recent years, as employers are finding that it is easier to teach a new hire the specific skills for their position than it is to teach them how to get along with others.
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When you need to find a job, let Labor Solutions guide you to a suitable position with a great company. We recognize the value of reliable, motivated, and enthusiastic employees, and our clients do, too.
