Hiring plans to remain steady in second half of 2026
But uncertainty and business change continues to impact TA strategy, an HR Brew survey finds.

Paige McGlauflin is a journalist at HR Brew, covering recruitment and retention. She previously was a reporter at Fortune's leadership desk and author of its CHRO Daily newsletter. She's from Maine and currently lives in Seattle.
But uncertainty and business change continues to impact TA strategy, an HR Brew survey finds.
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