AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoLabor Market: U.S. jobless claims slipped to 194,000, near a 57-year low, but the pattern still points to low hiring and low layoffs. Job seekers may have reason to worry: just 15.2% of consumers expect more jobs to open up over the next six months. Hiring Events: CBP is holding virtual recruiting events in November for officers, agents and support staff. U.S. Steel will offer same-day decisions at a Nov. 12 hiring event for production roles in Pennsylvania. New Jobs: A new casino in California has opened with about 1,500 jobs, while Indiana RV maker Boundless Recreation plans to hire up to 115 workers by 2028. Workplace Skills: A new survey found 36% of U.S. workers have exaggerated their skills or expertise, often because they feel pressure to appear competitive. Skills-based hiring may help employers assess candidates more reliably.
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