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Latest Jobs Data Shows Resilient Job Market, Particularly For Veterans

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maintaining an average annual unemployment rate of 2.8%. When it comes to the overall labor market, the most recent State Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary by the U.S. The increases in the hires rate occurred in Oregon (+1.0 In 2023, there were a reported 17.9 million veterans in the U.S., percentage point), Pennsylvania (+0.9

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Recruiters Are Finally Prioritizing Skills Over Degrees, Sort Of

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A recent analysis published by LinkedIn found that an increasing number of employers are posting job listings that don’t specify professional degree requirements — revealing a trend towards a more skills-first approach to recruitment. However, LinkedIn’s recent investigation shows a marked departure from this trend.

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AI Talent Gold Rush: U.S. Companies Pay Premium for Cutting-Edge Skills

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companies are reported to be leading a remarkable hiring surge for artificial intelligence (AI) professionals — offering lucrative salaries to secure top talent. According to a report published by The Wall Street Journal , the demand for AI expertise has remained extremely high.

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Skills Training Surges As Hiring Priorities Change

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Skills-first hiring is an approach to recruitment that is picking up steam on LinkedIn, and it’s a trend that could entirely reshape the labor market. A recent report published by LinkedIn reveals that over half, or 59%, of professionals in the U.S. are planning to improve skills with online instruction this year.

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U.K. Companies Retreat from Flexible Work Options, Put Workforce Diversity At Risk

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Another study suggests that women made up only one out of every five new hires over the last two years at tech firms where employees are required to come into the office at least four days a week. Fully remote/work-from-home opportunities are reported to have declined by a third since 2022. Employers in the U.K.

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Zoom Cuts Jobs While Prioritizing AI and Collaborative Tech

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The company is reported to be cutting about 150 jobs — or less than 2% of its workforce, according to CNBC. In a recent report published by Bloomberg , an unnamed source suggests Zoom is likely positioning itself for future growth by focusing on areas such as AI, sales, and engineering — all areas where the company is still hiring.

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ChatGPT Empowers Job Seekers to Negotiate Higher Salaries

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An increasing number of job seekers are using generative AI tools , like ChatGPT, to secure better salaries and more frequent interview requests. According to recent survey data published by Resume Builder , 18% of U.S. The survey, conducted online by Pollfish on February 29, included 1,000 respondents who were actively job hunting.

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