Mika Cross’ Post

I always like to review my previous predictions for hits and misses. The hits! - More experience/entertainment based jobs. See: Golden Retriever happy hours in Vermont. - More collective action/bargaining. See: over 30k jobs re-added after UAW and SAG strikes resolved. - Perks out. KPIs in. See: perks (outside of family related ones) on the decline. The misses! - I knew the demographics would be in our favor but didn’t anticipate the labor market staying as tight as it has this year overall. Government, healthcare and hospitality kept raging (see: household credit card debt...). - I thought there would be more unique movement in data spaces specifically around collection and compliance this year. Let's chat 2024 hiring trends on 1/16:

31% of hiring managers avoid hiring Gen Z applicants 🤯! In a recent survey, 31% of the 782 hiring managers surveyed said they avoid hiring Gen Z in favor of older workers. Additionally, 30% said they had to fire a Gen Z worker within a month of their start date. The bashing continues and nearly 94% stated that Gen Z candidates acted inappropriately during an interview. Hiring managers state they either ask for too much money, don't have communication skills, don't seem engaged, dress inappropriately and "fall short on eye contact". Gen Z is expected to overtake the baby boomers in the work force this year according to census data. Regardless of your views on generational employees, there is no denying that Gen Z makes up a significant amount of the talent pool. If companies wish to thrive in 2024 and beyond, they can't just avoid hiring an entire generation because of a few bad apples they may have interviewed in the past. What are your thoughts? Was this data surprising to you? #genz #employment #jobseekers #talentacquisition

Is it Age Discrimination? YES! It’s clear that customer service has taken a nosedive with these “NEW” hiring apps! Seriously, what more do I need to do? Should I perform splits or backflips? I can do those by the way. Just don’t ask me to juggle. Sports? Count me in; I’ll tackle anything! I make it a point to learn something new every day of my life. The real issue lies within the systems employers use. Some employers take the easy route, already having a candidate in mind, while I’m over here trying to qualify for the Olympics of job applications! Yes, I'm over 50? And that is an issue why? I’m determined to prove that AGE IS JUST A NUMBER, and I will never retire. It is not in my DNA folks!! Age discrimination? Not on my watch! I refuse to let it dictate my abilities. I don’t mean to be disrespectful, but it’s ridiculous to judge someone based on their age. I’ll soon become your competition, if I have to! I’m up to speed on all the latest technology. Why? Because I’m not lazy and I’m just getting started! #OpenToWork #AgeDiscrimination #Employment #Jobs #Technology #Business #Technology #WorkForce #MultiGenerational

40% of the population identifies as introverted. 40% of the population identifies as introverted. 40% of the population identifies as introverted. 40% of the population identifies as introverted. 40% of the population identifies as introverted. Introverts often bring a unique perspective and valuable insights that can greatly benefit our teams. What does this mean? -> The quietest people in the room might have some of your best ideas bottled up. What can do you do to set them up to succeed? -> Send out meeting agendas and questions in advance. -> Offer various communication channels. -> Evaluate ideas based on their merit. What other strategies would you suggest to support introverts in the workplace? __________________________________ P.S. Don't forget to SIGN UP for my FREE Newsletter if you want more hiring tips! https://lnkd.in/gET8B2jH

Thank you Atlanta! What a wonderful city, and what a warm welcome from many of our Hays clients, whilst we discussed DE&I in the Recruitment Process over cake and coffee. We had a lively discussion about how we make recruitment more open, by embracing a skills first methodology when we are hiring. One of our attendees brought up the point that the aging workforce, or baby boomers, are often overlooked in diverse hiring practices. Since Gen Y is allegedly now going to be working until we are 80, this was a good point of conversation to think about post the event. What do you do in your own companies to make sure baby boomers are considered in hiring practices?

In my latest article on "The Voice of Job Seekers" blog, I offer suggestions on how older workers could make strides in this job market. 1) Boomers must value and understand the needs of the employer or a recruiter. 2) Boomers must understand their presentation to persuade employers to hire them. 3) Boomers must be perpetual learners. 4) Boomers must create synergy with younger counterparts (particularly those open to it).  5) Boomers must approach younger workers tactfully and respectfully when working and networking with younger hiring managers and recruiters. Feel free to add or amend your perspective. The link to the article is in the comments. #jobsearch #boomers #olderworkers

Hiring is a two-way street, making an offer and accepting an offer. Don’t forget your hiring practices need to help support acceptance of an offer #ApplicantReactions #selection #hiring #OHPsych #IOPsych #iopsychmemes #psychology #psychologymemes #psychmemes #APpsych (rerun)

2024 Talent Trend: Kids! This year I have been connecting with more and more young talent (5 to 7 years of experience) who are having children! I'm not sure if this would be reflected in Census Bureau surveys, but if I had to estimate 3 in 10 candidates I connect with have either had a baby within the last 6 months or are planning to have one in the next 3 months. What does this mean for hiring teams? It will be important to message flexibility with hybrid work or flexibility to have working hours outside of the normal 9 to 5. Benefits are also becoming a huge topic of discussion as these new parents consider opportunities. Hiring managers, be prepared to verbalize how you can support these young parents while still providing a great career opportunity. #talenttrends #hiring #finance #accounting

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