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What to Expect from a Strategic Staffing Agency
Many business leaders view hiring as a stressful necessity. You post a job description and hope qualified people apply. When the volume of applications becomes overwhelming or the quality is too…
Inside the Vetting Process: How an Executive Recruiter Ensures Precision
Hiring a member of your leadership team carries a weight that differs significantly from filling a standard operational role. A bad hire at the executive level creates immediate risk and can disrupt…
Maximizing Agility: A Guide to Blended Workforce Strategies
Modern businesses face a constant tension between the need for stability and the demand for agility. Market conditions shift rapidly and require organizations to adapt their headcount and skill sets…
Identifying Excellence: Strategies for Hiring Finance Talent
Building a finance team capable of navigating modern business complexities requires a deliberate approach. Technical skills are common, and true strategic capability is rare. You need individuals…
2026 Hiring Market Insights & Salary Guide
The hiring landscape in 2026 is more competitive and dynamic than ever. Talent shortages continue across key sectors, including finance, human resources, and professional services, while hybrid work…
Beyond Day One: How Strategic Onboarding Drives Long-Term Employee Retention
Finding highly qualified talent in today’s competitive market is a major hurdle, but keeping them is the real challenge. First impressions matter, and the employee journey starts long before their…
Contract vs. Direct Hire: What’s Best for the Role You Need?
Hiring decisions go beyond filling a vacancy. Choosing between contract and direct hire talent impacts team performance, budget, and long-term growth. Contract roles offer flexibility and quick…
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The State of the Market: Key Hiring Trends and Salary Insights for 2025
As we move through 2025, the job market continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, shaped by technological innovation, economic fluctuations, and shifting workforce expectations. Staying competitive in this dynamic environment requires a deep understanding of hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and proactive recruitment strategies. We’ve analyzed the latest developments to help HR leaders and business […]
Last One in First One Out: Hiring During Layoffs
Is the last one in REALLY the first one out? Well, in short, no. Seeing a company hiring during layoffs is understandably daunting. The United States has seen a wavering market for a while now. While the looming layoffs it may feel like we are in a nosedive, but there is likely a peak coming […]
Applying During a Low Point in the Market
Finding a job in a challenging job market can be a daunting task. Economic downturns, industry-specific declines, or other external factors can make job applications more competitive and demanding. However, with the right strategies and a proactive approach, you can increase your chances of landing a job even in a difficult market. In a tough […]
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Everything you need to know about PRSG® and the talent industry: take a look at some of our expert insights in hiring within the accounting, finance, HR, and technology industries. You can also learn more about current events that may impact the industry.
Monthly U.S. Labor Report Statistics
Stay up-to-date with job and labor metrics provided by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, updated every month.
Labor Report: June 2026
4.2%
Unemployment rate
61.5%
Workforce participation
0.3%
Hourly earnings
Labor Report: May 2026
172,000
Payroll for the month
4.3%
Unemployment rate
61.8%
Workforce participation
0.3%
Hourly earnings
Labor Report: April 2026
115,000
Payroll for the month
4.3%
Unemployment rate
61.8%
Workforce participation
0.2%
Hourly earnings
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