Randstad North America CEO: Recruiting Remains Huge Challenge As We Approach Peak Hiring
ATLANTA — October 8, 2021 — Karen Fichuk, CEO, Randstad North America and Randstad N.V. executive board member, released the following statement today in response to the September jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
“Despite the suspension of unemployment benefits and widespread pay increases, recruiting remains a challenge as we approach peak hiring season in many industries. Low labor force participation is a complex challenge for American employers, and one without a silver bullet solution. There are pandemic-related causes, as well as long-term trends that were in place prior to COVID. To attract workers now (and retain them), companies must prioritize safety and mental health, while also strategizing how to fill skill gaps by offering training and development opportunities to their current employees. Internal mobility programs can be an incredibly powerful retention tool for companies."
