Now Hiring! A Newsletter About Staffing, Recruiting, and Talent

Hi readers,

Somehow, it’s already Labor Day weekend in the U.S.—and with it, the unofficial end of summer. Whomp.

Hope the season brought you plenty of good stories.

Speaking of stories, here are the latest headlines to check out as we start to trade sunshine for foliage:

📈 U.S. Inflation Edges Higher as Fed Balances Jobs Outlook

A rise in July’s core inflation measure highlights the Fed’s challenge of tackling prices while addressing signs of a cooling labor market.

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🤖 AI in Tech Hiring Sparks Widespread Distrust Among Candidates

A Dice report shows 68% of tech professionals distrust AI-only hiring, while 46% prefer a human-AI hybrid approach.

Read more here.

🩺 New Workforce Strategies Urged to Ease Healthcare Staffing Shortage

Experts say healthcare organizations must adopt flexible scheduling, improved benefits, and targeted recruitment programs to address ongoing staffing shortages.

Read more here.

🇮🇳 India Embraces the 4th Industrial Revolution

India is accelerating its push into advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and semiconductors, aiming to boost innovation, manufacturing, and global competitiveness.

Read more here.

🔄 28% of Professionals Plan to Switch Jobs in 2025

A Randstad survey finds work-life balance, low pay, and career growth are driving job changes for 28% of workers.

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🔢 By the Numbers

⚠️ 73%. The share of U.S. job seekers who believe no job is safe—even with strong performance—reflecting growing concerns about job security amid economic uncertainty.

Read more here.

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Thanks for reading! What did you think? What would you like us to include in future editions? Feel free to provide feedback to editor-in-chief Steve Vittorioso at [email protected]. We always love hearing from industry leaders and practitioners like you.