US Employers Fight Back Against “Lazy Girl Jobs” Trends with Breaks, Mental Health Resources and AI OKLAHOMA CITY - 09/25/2024 In the eyes of U.S. hiring managers, workforce productivity is high. But social media trends like “Lazy Girl Jobs” and “Bare Minimum Mondays” could spell trouble as job seekers admit these fads are affecting everything from career development to their mental health.

Open Dialogue a Must: 96% of Job Seekers Demand Honesty from New Managers OKLAHOMA CITY - 09/11/2024 Honesty in the workplace is critical to almost all U.S. job seekers, as 96% say it’s at least somewhat important they can be honest with new managers, while 36% believe open communication is absolutely essential.

More Than Two-Thirds of US Companies to Train In-House Talent Amid Cost-Cutting Strategies OKLAHOMA CITY - 08/28/2024 Increasing headcount through the end of 2024 may not be feasible for some U.S. companies, as 33% of hiring managers say budget constraints or the inability to hire is responsible for stagnant or decreasing hiring plans.

Employed Job Seekers Increasingly Wary of Unexpected Layoffs OKLAHOMA CITY - 08/14/2024 Amidst an unpredictable labor market, employed U.S. job seekers most commonly fear not receiving the salary increase or raise they deserve at their current company (44%), but another concern is on the rise that could indicate a growing shift in the workforce.

Rising Workloads and New Jobs Drive Positive Hiring Outlook, Budget Constraints Pose Challenges OKLAHOMA CITY - 07/24/2024 Hiring outlooks and expectations of workforce increases remain high, largely driven by expansions in work with many citing increased workloads and newly created positions. However, budgetary constraints may be stalling some companies’ growth.