Most U.S. and Canadian hiring decision-makers view the future of hiring positively, reporting feelings of optimism, hopefulness, and confidence, according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey. Reflecting this sentiment, many companies plan to increase their headcount in the first half of 2025—63% U.S. and 51% Canada. Despite this optimism, most hiring managers anticipate facing challenges this year.
Anticipated Hiring Challenges Ahead
- Difficulty finding qualified candidates: 45% U.S.; 46% Canada
- Navigating artificial intelligence (AI), including identifying ways AI can help reach more candidates, implementing AI to help assess candidates, and/or implementing AI to help process job applications: 37% U.S.; 31% Canada
- Lacking the tools to find the right candidate for their job openings: 36% U.S.; 36% Canada
- Increased competition in the job market: 27% U.S.; 25% Canada
Learn more about trends impacting hiring, including the widening skills gap and older generations holding entry-level roles, in the latest Job Insights report.
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Last Updated on March 14, 2025
