Political Uncertainty Puts Some U.S. Companies’ Hiring Plans on Hold
Politics is reaching beyond the ballot box and into the workplace, with two-thirds of U.S. hiring managers (66%) saying the current political climate affects their company, according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey. The impact is nearly divided: 36% say it has positively affected their company, while 30% report a negative impact. But as employers look ahead, the bigger question for some is whether to hire now or wait for greater clarity.Some Companies Are Waiting for
93% of Job Seekers Say They Are AI-Ready, but 41% of Employers Expect Advanced Skills
Nearly every job seeker believes they are AI-ready, but many may be underestimating what companies now expect, according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey. That confidence is nearly universal, with 93% of job seekers saying they have the AI skills employers want. However, only 35% of job seekers believe companies are looking for advanced or expert AI capabilities, while 41% of hiring managers say candidates need them. AI proficiency isn’t reserved for highly technical
