This week in 5 numbers: Nearly two-thirds of workers say they don’t have stable schedules

Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including what share of family premiums employees contribute.

By Ginger Christ • Oct. 23, 2025

Recruiters say CEOs expect them to build a workforce for the future

But only a third of talent acquisition professionals say their teams can harness AI to meet strategic goals, according to a LinkedIn report.

By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 23, 2025

Explore the Trendline➔

Top trends in talent acquisition

AI is rapidly reshaping talent acquisition, workplace experts say.

By HR Dive staff

Ghosting, job scams haunt workers, report finds

“It’s easy to see why job seekers are frustrated right now,” a career expert at Remote.co said.

By Ginger Christ • Oct. 23, 2025

Only 4 in 10 US workers have a ‘quality’ job, report says

Employers can offer quality jobs to workers through fair pay, predictable schedules and opportunities to grow and advance.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 22, 2025

How employers can create ‘future-ready’ workers

These workers are “proactively upskilling and adapting to new technologies” and can be empowered with the right training to drive growth at organizations, Adecco said.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 21, 2025

Employers remain cautious ahead of holiday hiring season, data shows

The retail hiring spree seen earlier in 2025 may have hit a snag, iCIMS found. 

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 21, 2025

How to cure meeting hangovers

Days packed with meetings can affect worker productivity, engagement and work-life balance, HiBob’s people and culture director warns.

By Ginger Christ • Oct. 21, 2025

Are leaders leaving employees behind in the AI boom?

Two separate reports speak to worker optimism about the technology but also concern that employers aren’t listening to their input regarding AI adoption.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 20, 2025

Recruiters make decisive shift toward responsible AI use in talent acquisition, Employ says

Although 82% of recruiters expressed satisfaction with their current systems, 76% said they expect to replace their primary recruiting platform within two years.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 20, 2025

Making people analytics more intelligent: 3 ways talent leaders are putting AI-driven insights to work

With the new generation of people analytics, talent leaders can refine recruiting, enable skills building and proactively address risk to ensure their organizations have — and continue to have — qualified talent. 

Oct. 20, 2025

Bridging the skills gap: Innovative workforce solutions from Truist Foundation’s Inspire Awards

Truist Foundation’s Inspire Awards fuel bold workforce solutions for overlooked talent.

Oct. 20, 2025

US Chamber sues White House to block ‘plainly unlawful’ H-1B visa fee

The organization alleged President Donald Trump’s proclamation would harm businesses, and it asked a district court to enjoin the $100,000 payment requirement.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 17, 2025

How thirst traps and rage bait affect workers on the clock

Treating social media use at work like a smoke break could curb its effects, researchers suggested.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 17, 2025

A manager-employee disconnect exists on engagement and effectiveness, AMA says

Although both groups agree that communication, coaching and collaboration are important, they disagree on how well managers are doing, a new survey shows.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 17, 2025

Nearly all workers believe in title inflation — and most say it’s on the rise

The practice, which a recruiter previously told HR Dive began in startup culture, can create a number of internal issues for a company.

By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 16, 2025

Indeed: Job postings that mention training are on the rise — for some roles

Employers appear less inclined to advertise training for high-skill roles, such as in data and analysis, that are the most likely to be affected by AI, economists said.

By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 16, 2025

Sociable: Facebook launches updated job listings in the US

Individuals or businesses will be able to list open roles via their personal profile or from their Facebook company page.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 16, 2025

Leaders can face ‘authenticity penalty’ if they react too quickly to feedback

When leaders shift their behavior too soon, employees may see it as “too good to be true,” researchers said.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 15, 2025

Talking politics at work? No thanks, employees say.

“Employers need to establish clear boundaries that foster respect, neutrality, and inclusion,” a Monster career expert said.

By Ginger Christ • Oct. 15, 2025

Some employers skip the upskilling, use AI to replace workers

However, small- and medium-sized employers might become the “backbone” of upskilling as the market shifts, according to the British Standards Institution.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 14, 2025

A leaky talent pipeline jeopardizes the American economy

A looming skills crisis requires bold action from every sector, writes SHRM’s Emily Dickens — and HR’s input will be critical.

By Emily Dickens • Oct. 14, 2025

Most employers say they hire overqualified candidates despite retention concerns

To avoid quick exits, employers can focus on skills-based hiring and candidates’ abilities and ambitions, Express Employment Professionals says.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 14, 2025

Beyond H-1Bs: Get ready for the future of global hiring

The $100K H-1B fee exposes a fragile hiring model. Learn how to future-proof your global workforce.

By William Smith • Oct. 13, 2025

Bridging the skills gap and preparing tomorrow’s utility workforce

Upskilling isn’t just teaching someone how to use a tablet. It’s about reorienting training to connect long-standing operational know-how with new technologies, writes Dan Helman, CEO of Think Power Solutions.

By Dan Helman • Oct. 10, 2025

Workers may continue to ‘job hug’ during next six months as retention reaches new high

Women and millennial workers are more likely to stay put in coming months, while men and Gen X workers appear more likely to leave, Eagle Hill Consulting says.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 10, 2025