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62% of Job Seekers in the US Would Not Do This
62% of Job Seekers Won’t Do This A recent survey by Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll reveals that 62% of U.S. job seekers would think about not applying to companies that use generative AI during the hiring process. These findings reveal how important it is to keep human discernment at the forefront of your recruitment process to not miss out on key talent. What the Findings Mean These findings underscore a significant hesitation among candidates regarding the increased use of artificial …
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The Top 10 Recruiting Challenges of 2025
Top Recruiting Challenges in 2025 The process of sourcing candidates in 2025 has certainly been full of changes, and we’re not even halfway through the year. The landscape has been shaped by rapidly evolving technological advancements, shifting workforce expectations, and persistent economic uncertainty, creating a variety of unique challenges for recruiters and hiring managers. What are the most pressing concerns for talent acquisition professionals this year? At Corporate Navigators, we are always interested in staying on top of trends so …
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The Top 10 HR Trends of 2025
Top 10 HR Trends What HR Trends are shaping the workforce in 2025? At Corporate Navigators, we did some research to discover the common changes sweeping the professional world. As employer and candidate expectations continue to evolve, you can be sure that these trends will continue to change throughout the year. 1. Skills-Based Hiring Dominance While college education still has value, more employers want to hire based on skills than a diploma. Therefore, prioritizing capabilities over credentials is accelerating, with …
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Introducing Our Insightful 2025 Mid-Year Recruitment Trends Report
Introducing our Mid-Year Recruitment Report The first half of 2025 has been dynamic for recruitment and talent acquisition. A cooling yet still-competitive labor market, rapid technological advances (especially AI), and evolving candidate expectations are reshaping how organizations attract and retain talent. This mid-year report highlights current U.S. hiring trends, expert projections into late 2025 and 2026, key industry-specific insights, and a closer examination of generational expectations in the workplace. In our latest resource, we deliver an insight-driven snapshot that talent …
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The State of Diversity Hiring in 2025
The State of Diversity Hiring in 2025 DEI has been a hot topic this year, as companies have been making policy shifts away from DEI initiatives (Target, Walmart) or doubling down on them (Costco). Recent executive orders have mandated federal organizations to no longer pursue diversity hiring goals or promote DEI in the workplace. Meanwhile, in the private sector, diversity recruiting is overall still a personal decision, though it’s under broader scrutiny. While there are clear benefits to being inclusive …
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Introducing “The Recruiter’s Guide to the Galaxy”
While recruiting, do you feel lost in space? Recruiting is like an intergalactic adventure. There are plenty of planets (companies), spaceships (recruiters), and star systems (job roles) out there, and you’ve got to know how to navigate them all to find the right candidates. The key to success? Having a good map, the right equipment, and, of course, the right team (that’s where Corporate Navigators comes in!). In this guide, we’ll walk you through the important recruiting terms you need …
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Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady
The Fed Decides to Hold Interest Rates Steady On March 19, 2025, the Federal Reserve decided to maintain interest rates at their current level of 4.25% to 4.5%. This reflects a cautious approach amidst economic uncertainty. In a press release, Chair Jerome Powell emphasized the complex interplay of factors influencing the economic outlook, including trade, immigration, fiscal policy, and regulation. Despite typically responding to declining consumer sentiment and slowing growth with rate cuts, the Fed is constrained by inflation remaining above …
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The 10 Best Soft Skills for Workplaces
The Best Workplace Soft Skills for Professionals Hard skills and soft skills are two distinct categories of abilities that play important roles in the workplace. While hard skills (aka technical skills) are measurable, job-specific abilities, soft skills are interpersonal traits or behavioral characteristics that relate to a person’s ability to work effectively with others and adapt to various situations. Important soft skills include communication prowess, teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving, which are transferable across different jobs and industries. If you need …
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DeepSeek Disrupts the AI World
DeepSeek: The Friendly Blue Whale Disrupts the World of AI Who’d ever thought that a friendly blue whale would rock the boat? A newcomer in the world of artificial intelligence has made quite the entrance, with large language model’s DeepSeek’s meteoric rise to prominence. Its low cost paired with functionality that rivals more expensive AI models has sparked a new fervor in the world of AI. This intrusion has not only shaken up the tech world but also sparked significant …
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25 Fantastic Reasons Why Clients Choose Corporate Navigators
Being in business for 25 years is no small feat, so we’re thrilled to celebrate this milestone with you all. To commemorate this occasion, we compiled 25 reasons why our clients have chosen our services and decided to return to us time and again for their recruitment research needs. 25 Years, 25 Reasons Data Guaranteed Accurate on Date of Delivery At Corporate Navigators, we guarantee that the data you receive is accurate on the exact date of delivery. We understand …
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Unfair Advantage: Our Awesome Candidate Pipeline Process Developed from 25 Years of Experience
Introducing “Unfair Advantage” The “Unfair Advantage: The Candidate Pipeline Playbook” is a free resource we designed to help you build a stronger, more effective hiring experience. We will walk you through the candidate pipeline process so you can navigate your next recruitment steps with confidence. Whether you’re just starting to think about building a candidate pipeline or looking to refine an existing system, this guide will provide you with the tools, strategies, and insights you need. We’re excited to share …
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New Executive Orders in 2025: What to Know
The Impact of New DEI Executive Orders on Organizations in the U.S. On January 20, 2025, the new presidential administration enacted two executive orders related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. One of the key actions taken was revoking Executive Order (EO) 11246, a measure that the Johnson administration established in 1965. The second was an executive order on gender that mandates single-sex spaces in the workplace, affirming “the binary nature of sex.” Along with issuing these new executive orders, 78 …
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90 Days & A Dream
How Corporate Navigators Began…and Where It’s Going 90 Days and A Dream: Corporate Navigators Celebrates 25 Years Twenty-five years ago, in November 1999, Mitch Golob quit his day job with only 90 days to launch his own recruitment research firm. This is his story. In the late 90s, Mitch was a Research Associate at the global executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles, where he had an excellent learning experience and thorough training on helping clients with recruitment needs. The demand …
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The Top 10 Fastest Growing Jobs in America
What are the Fastest Growing Jobs in America? Employment projections for 2025 are closely linked to market demand, so knowing the fastest growing jobs in America can give you a better picture of what to expect. Over the past three years, the demand for engineers, AI experts, healthcare professionals, and financial experts has been increasing, so you can expect to see more job growth in these areas. For the sake of brevity, we will share the top 10 list here. …
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Jobs Report: Unemployment Down
2024 Ends with Lower Unemployment Rate Great news for recruiters: A favorable jobs report! We rang in the new year on a positive note, according to our sources from SHRM and Yahoo Finance. In December 2024, the U.S. economy exceeded expectations with the addition of 256,000 jobs, significantly surpassing a prospective gain of 165,000 jobs. This marked the largest monthly job gain since March 2023 and helped push the unemployment rate down to 4.1%, from 4.2% in November. The positive …
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20 Astounding Recruiting Statistics
20 Surprising Recruiting Statistics You Should Know for 2025 If you have not downloaded a copy of our 2025 Recruitment Trends Report, then you are missing out on some useful pieces of information that could help you navigate recruiting talent in the new year. Within this report, we share a LOT of data about recruiting. Here are 20 of the most surprising statistics our research team came across when uncovering information for the report. 20 Surprising Recruiting Statistics for 2025 …
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Average Turnover Rate by Industry in 2024
Average Turnover Rates by Industry How is your business doing compared to industry averages? Understanding your employee turnover rate in relation to what is typical can give you a good gauge of that. According to Gallup, a turnover rate of less than 10% is considered healthy, regardless of industry. At the same time, having a turnover rate of less than 1% can signify a lack of organic mobility within your organization, stifling promotions and advancement for others. The Cost of …
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The Average Time to Fill by Industry in 2024
In today’s competitive job market, understanding the nuances of recruitment timelines can be a game-changer for both employers and job seekers. Data from thought leaders from various reports and articles shed light on the average time to hire across various industries, offering valuable insights into how long it typically takes for organizations to fill open positions. This comprehensive analysis not only highlights industry-specific trends and benchmarks but also provides strategic guidance for optimizing hiring processes. By examining these average hiring …
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2025 Recruitment Trends Report
Our 2025 Recruiting Trends Report is Here! So much has changed in the recruiting landscape in the past year, which makes it important to keep up with the latest trends to stay competitive in your talent search. Our 2025 Recruitment Trends Report contains curated recruiting data and insights from our president, Mitch Golob, who has over 25 years of experience in the recruiting research space. Details to expect after you download your FREE copy: Knowing what to expect helps everyone …
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2025 Recruiting Predictions and Observations
“How did we get here?” 2025 Recruiting Predictions Before I get into what trends I’ve seen leading into 2025, I need to dial back a few years to show you how we’ve arrived at our current state. As we all know, the world “stopped” in March 2020, forcing companies and businesses at large to suddenly rely on digital solutions to continue business. This triggered a rush to hire technology experts. This mass talent grab began with the technology industry. From …
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