15 Hiring Trends to Watch in 2023 [Marketing Leader Data]
This past year we’ve seen the effects of the pandemic in labor shortages, the Great Resignation, and signs of another recession — now’s the time to rethink recruitment and hiring strategy for 2023.
While we can’t predict the future, we can identify and interpret the biggest hiring trends we’ve seen emerging at the tail end of 2022. In this post, we’ll go through the most talked about topics that can improve your hiring strategy and get your business off to a great start.
- Economic uncertainties will affect hiring.
- Candidates are looking for more competitive compensation.
- Gen Z will be joining the workforce.
- Employer branding will be more people-oriented.
- More streamlined interview processes will be necessary.
- Remote and hybrid work isn’t going away — it’s getting more popular.
- Incorporation of social media for recruitment.
- Data-centric recruitment is a priority.
- Businesses are increasing the use of AI and HR automation tools.
- Hiring for soft skills is on the rise.
- Talent pools are more relevant.
- Upskilling will lead to internal recruitment more often.
- More companies will look into rehiring former employees over new ones.
- More emphasis on inclusive language.
- Salary transparency is becoming more critical.