America Employed: Job Seekers Pause Parenthood; Benefits Powerful in Recruitment

America Employed explores the state of employment and unemployment in the United States. Learn more about the latest insights, according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey.

Job Seekers Press Pause on Parenthood: Survey Highlights Work-Life Balance as Top Priority

  • 35% of employed job seekers are delaying family plans due to work/life balance
  • 59% say their future company prioritizing work/life balance is essential
  • In a tight labor market, companies must meet candidates half or all the way on benefits
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Infographic showing job seeker statistics on delaying parenthood due to work/life balance, with a person holding a heart and survey data from Express Employment Professionals.

Companies Recognize the Power of Comprehensive Benefits in Attracting and Retaining Top Talent

  • 48% of hiring managers say more employees have asked for better benefits this year over last year due to increased cost of living
  • 70% say their company has modified benefits to retain or attract employees
  • 3 in 10 report having offered cost-of-living raises
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    Infographic listing company benefit modifications for retention and recruitment, including cost-of-living raises, PTO, healthcare incentives, and sick leave.

    Read more about the latest employment insights in America Employed at ExpressPros.com.

    Last Updated on August 28, 2025