62% of US Job Seekers Would Consider Not Applying to Companies Using Generative AI during the Hiring Process
A staggering 62% of U.S. job seekers would consider not applying to companies that overly rely on generative AI during recruitment, emphasizing the irreplaceable value of human interaction despite the efficiency AI offers. This is according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey.Job Seekers' Concerns: The Human Element Matters While many job seekers acknowledge the appropriateness of using AI for tasks such as drafting resumes and cover letters (78%) and creating mock interview
Unemployment's Hidden Toll: Skills, Confidence and Mental Health
In a rapidly changing job market, the consequences of prolonged unemployment are taking a significant toll on job seekers, affecting not only their skills and confidence but also their mental health and networking opportunities. According to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey, there is a glimmer of hope: only 22% of unemployed job seekers have been without work for more than two years, a significant drop from the alarming 40% in Spring 2023. However, the road to recovery is
Workplace Hostility Pushes Employees to Seek New Jobs: 30% Report Higher Confrontation
New data reveals a troubling increase in toxic behaviors within the workplace, underscoring the critical need for companies to take immediate action to prevent employees from becoming job seekers. This is according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey. With 30% of employed U.S. job seekers reporting employees at their company are more confrontational than they were three years ago, the urgency to address these issues has never been greater. The trend is particularly pronounced
