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

Hi readers,

Can you believe it’s already the end of July? 

Summer is flying by, but at least the latest headlines are here to help you stay cool as we head into August.

Let’s get to the top stories:

📉 7.4 Million U.S. Job Openings in June Mark a Decline

Job openings dropped from 7.7 million in May to 7.4 million in June, indicating a slowdown in the U.S. labor market amid ongoing economic uncertainties.

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📈 145 Staffing Firms Beat the Slump with 28% Growth

Amid industry headwinds, 145 firms grew revenue by a median 28.1% from 2019–2023, with healthcare staffing leading the charge.

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💼 Entry-Level Jobs Face AI Disruption

Up to 50% of entry-level white-collar jobs could disappear in five years as AI reshapes early career paths in tech, finance, and more.

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🤖 Job Posts Requiring AI Skills Offer 28% Higher Salaries

U.S. job listings that mention AI skills come with a 28% pay premium on average, highlighting growing employer demand for AI expertise, per a new Indeed report.

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🕵️‍♂️ 25% of Job Applications Could Be Fake by 2028

With deepfakes and fraudulent candidates on the rise, recruiters are ramping up verification methods to ensure they're hiring real people.

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🔢 By the Numbers

78%. The share of U.S. hiring managers positive about their company’s hiring outlook for 2025, down from 84% last fall, reflecting growing caution.

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