Traditionally, January has been a peak time for job hunt, but this may not be the case anymore for several factors. LACE’s Marketing Director Chris Howard and Senior Manager Debbie Mitchell discuss why this year feels different, touching on economic uncertainty and its effect on hiring trends.
Uncertainty is unsettling, and experience is everything.
Debbie Mitchell
Debbie shares a couple of truths. The first one is that uncertainty is unsettling: With political and economic factors creating instability, businesses may hesitate to make significant investment or hiring decisions.
The second is that experience is everything. Despite the external challenges, companies can take control of employee experience, ensuring that their workforce remains engaged, happy, and motivated.
People are prioritising their well-being now, which might be for several factors, like flexibility of hours and working location.
Debbie Mitchell
With economic uncertainty on the rise, is this the right time to make a career move? Check out this live stream for more insights; we’ll touch on:
- Why the job market feels different this year
- The impact of economic uncertainty on hiring trends
- Two key truths about the current job market from Debbie Mitchell
- How HR leaders can create a positive work environment through flexibility, well-being, and leadership
- How businesses can turn uncertainty into opportunity by focusing on employee experience
Curious to know how to forge experiences that drive employee happiness and business success? Learn more about our employee experience revolution campaign.
For more insights on delivering a great employee experience, download our ‘Five steps to a successful EX‘ whitepaper.
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