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ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,000 business leaders in August 2024 to gain deeper insights into the current job market, including hiring practices and salaries being offered. Study highlights: ▶ 22% of companies are offering candidates lower salaries than they did in 2023 ▶ Anticipation of economic downturn drives reasons for reduced salaries ▶ 1 in 5 companies admit to actively replacing laid off workers with lower cost workers, and more plan to in 2025 ▶ 35% of companies expect to implement hiring freezes next year, and 31% anticipate layoffs Read more: https://lnkd.in/egGR3WUY

Amid growing concerns about AI’s impact on employment, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 984 business leaders in August to understand how AI has influenced and will influence layoffs. Study highlights: 🤖 3 in 10 companies have replaced workers with AI this year 🤖 38% of companies that will use AI in 2025 will replace workers with the technology next year 🤖 87% of business leaders who are hiring in 2025 say AI experience is beneficial for job seekers 🤖 7 in 10 business leaders believe employees with AI skills have more job security 🤖 Two-thirds of business leaders expect workers using AI to be much more productive Survey article: https://lnkd.in/eBh5FG9Q

People tend to have many strong opinions on Gen Z, whether positive or negative. We wanted to find out how today’s business leaders view Gen Z’s place in the workforce, especially the younger members of this generation who may just be starting their careers. In July, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,000 hiring managers about their experiences working with young Gen Zers, defined in the survey as those 18 to 23. Study highlights: - 1 in 4 hiring managers find young Gen Zers unemployable - 1 in 6 say their employers are not willing to hire this age group for full-time work - 40% say 18 to 23 year-olds are offered lowered pay for the same level of work Read on: https://lnkd.in/ePmzRpRu

With Vice President Kamala Harris as the likely Democratic presidential nominee, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,306 U.S.adults last week to ask about their perceptions of women in leadership. The survey revealed insights into the ongoing gender biases present in U.S. politics and workplaces. Study highlights: ~ 16% of Americans surveyed don’t think a woman is capable of being president of the U.S. ~ Most cited reasons are the belief that women are not taken as seriously and that they’re too emotional ~ 4 in 10 Americans who are unlikely to vote for Harris say her gender plays a role in their decision ~ 39% of respondents say men are more effective leaders than women ~ Respondents believe men are more confident, better decision-makers, handle conflict better, and are more professional than women Read on: https://lnkd.in/eJAXfSW2

Gen Z workers are often perceived as tech-savvy, innovative, and adaptable, bringing fresh perspectives and a strong understanding of digital tools to the workplace. However, they can also be seen as less disciplined, frequently engaging in non-work-related activities during work hours. The group is known for prioritizing work-life balance in ways that sometimes clash with traditional expectations. ResumeTemplates.com recently surveyed 1,200 workers across generations to understand how Gen Z stacks up. The results indicate Gen Zers tend to work fewer hours, spend more time on non-related work activities, and have performance issues. 🔶 Study highlights 🔶 - 1 in 10 full-time Gen Z employees work 4 hours or less per day Gen Zers are twice as likely as other generations to not meet expectations at work - Gen Zers spend more time than other generations on non-work-related activities, such as talking to friends and browsing the internet - 3 in 10 Gen Zers have been confronted about performance-related issues, and in the past year, 11% were put on a performance improvement plan (PIP) - Gen Zers are more likely than other generations to lie to their managers about why they’re late, how long projects take them to complete, and more Full article: https://lnkd.in/ehmt_NCa

Since its launch in November 2022, workers have increasingly used ChatGPT. Its ability to aid in productivity, problem-solving, and communication has made it a valuable tool in various professional settings. Last month, Resume Templates surveyed 1,666 U.S. employees who spend most or all of their workday on a computer to understand how prevalent ChatGPT use is among workers. We found 34% of employees use ChatGPT weekly. Study highlights: - 34% of workers use ChatGPT weekly in their jobs - 1 in 5 ChatGPT users save over 10 hours per week - 32% of workers using ChatGPT started a side hustle with time savings - 4 in 10 workers who use the tool say ChatGPT helped them secure a raise, and 30% report it aided a promotion - 65% of workers who use the tool say they aren’t worried ChatGPT will take their job More here: https://lnkd.in/ez-SvJGU

Amid a changing job market, many companies have already laid off employees this year. In June, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 934 U.S. business leaders to find out how many companies plan to have layoffs in the second half of 2024. Overall, 60% of business leaders say their company is likely to have layoffs in the second half of the year. This group of 553 total respondents completed the full survey. Study Highlights: -60% of business leaders say their company is likely to have layoffs in the second half of 2024 -Of companies planning to have layoffs, 44% anticipate laying off 30% or more of their staff -Top reasons for layoffs are needing to cut costs, poor employee performance -3 in 4 business leaders say employees with artificial intelligence (AI) skills are less likely to be laid off -1 in 10 companies provide less than 2 weeks of severance Full article: https://lnkd.in/gR3dGEhW

Employees are increasingly entering the workplace with diverse gender identities and expressions that differ from traditional norms. However, preferred pronoun usage can be a contentious topic in many workplaces, as people have varying opinions on the matter. In June, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,000 U.S. hiring managers to understand their attitude toward candidates listing their preferred pronouns on their resumes and the usage of preferred pronouns in the workplace. Study highlights: - 25% of hiring managers are more inclined to hire candidates who list pronouns on their resume, while 14% say they are less likely to - 1 in 3 hiring managers say pronouns are an issue in the workplace - 3 in 4 hiring managers feel it’s important for them to be educated on gender identities - Nearly 1 in 5 hiring managers admit they’re uncomfortable using gender non-conforming pronouns in the workplace Read the full report on our website: https://lnkd.in/euH4mq_n

To understand the prevalence of and reasons for cheating in the hiring process, in May, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,759 recent job seekers (those who looked for a job in the past 2 years). Study highlights: -7 in 10 recent job seekers cheated or lied during the hiring process -22% cheated on an assessment -15% cheated on a phone interview, 13%during an in-person interview, and 11% in a video interview -1 in 2 gave a false reference -22% lied on their resume To view full results: https://lnkd.in/gGcbjmP8

In May, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 2,921 U.S.-based Generation Z (Gen Zers ages 18 to 27) who are currently looking or recently looked for a job. We found 22% used ChatGPT to create their resume or cover letter. This cohort took our full survey as we sought to understand the impact of young job seekers utilizing ChatGPT to create resumes and cover letters. Study highlights: - Only 22% of Gen Zers used ChatGPT to create their resume or cover letter - Users prompted ChatGPT to write their resume or cover letter with information about their skills, education, job description, work experience, and more - 77% made edits to what ChatGPT provided - More than half report getting responses from employers frequently; 52% had more success in job searches when using ChatGPT - 98% of Gen Z ChatGPT users secured an interview, and 90% received a job offer To view full results: https://lnkd.in/eMtYBUSY