Hiring

The US added 119,000 jobs in September, but labor market growth remains uneven
A more granular look by industry and unemployment reveals a mixed bag.
The government shutdown may be over, but don’t expect to see missing BLS data anytime soon
Employers can also anticipate disruptions to the critical data to continue into the new year.

Cisco's HR chief is creating entry-level opportunities amid AI disruption
“I just remember having a ton of gratitude for the zigzag of my career and feeling committed to helping others have their own zigzag.”
Fairness by Design: Rethinking AI Accountability in Hiring
As AI becomes standard in hiring, questions about bias, trust, and accountability are more urgent than ever. Join HR Brew and Gem to explore how HR and tech leaders are ensuring fairness, transparency, and responsible AI in recruiting.

How Verizon handles more than 1 million job applications annually—and plans to use AI to streamline the process
Addressing job seekers’ grievances about AI in hiring is also top of mind.
AI is helping talent acquisition evolve beyond the “Amazon fulfillment center of people”
A new Josh Bersin Company report predicts AI will change the way companies interact with their talent.
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