Highlights from our top articles for August include five talent pools companies can source from to help fill open jobs, LinkedIn’s new “Diversity Nudges” feature, and why 31% of retirees would consider returning to the workforce if inflation continues.
#1. 5 Key Types of Workers to Watch in the War for Talent
As the struggle to secure talent continues, McKinsey & Company identified five talent pools from which companies can source talent — “Traditionalists,” “Do-it yourselfers,” “Caregivers and others,” “Idealists,” and “Relaxers.”
#2. LinkedIn Recruiter Introduces “Diversity Nudges”
LinkedIn has launched “Diversity Nudges,” which will allow recruiters to see when the gender representation of a talent pool is unbalanced. The platform will also provide tips on how to improve it.
#3. 46% of Companies Plan to Add Headcount This Year: Robert Half
New research from Robert Half indicates that almost half (46%) of U.S. companies will add new permanent positions in the second half of this year. The research also reveals that contract workers and entry-level talent will be in high-demand. The majority (88%) of managers say finding skilled professionals is a challenge.
#4. 31% of Retirees Say Inflation May Cause Them to Rejoin the Workforce: ASA
Some retirees (31%) said they would consider returning to the workforce if inflation continues, according to ASA’s Workforce Monitor survey. Almost 4 in 10 (39%) said that they rely on Social Security as their main source of income, and a quarter (25%) said they would consider returning if this no longer covered their expenses.
#5. Quits Rate Remained Steady in June: BLS Data
The quits rate for June fell slightly to 4.2 million after May’s 4.3 million quits, according to BLS data. There were 10.7 million open jobs, a 605,000 decrease from May. The sector where job openings increased the most was healthcare and social assistance (+79,000), while the sector that decreased the most was retail trade (-343,000).
