The Next Expansion Won’t Fix Hiring

Jan 23, 2026ERE.net
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The piece discusses that even if there is a future economic expansion, it will not resolve the ongoing hiring challenges faced by employers. The labor market continues to be tight, with a shrinking pool of available, qualified candidates. Employers are urged to become more creative and adaptive in their recruitment strategies, focusing on training, skill development, and more inclusive hiring practices to meet their staffing needs. The need for a long-term, strategic approach to hiring is emphasized over relying on economic growth to solve recruitment issues.