BLS Report – May 2025
Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 139K in May; Unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.2 percent Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 139,000 in May,
Why Companies Are Losing Great Candidates — And How to Fix It
In today’s competitive hiring market, time is talent. At XPG Recruit, we work with companies across the U.S. to place top-tier staffing and recruiting professionals
Hiring in Motion: The Talent You Want Is Making Moves Now
We have talked about companies delaying their hiring plans because of concerns about the stability of the economy, but there is another reason to hire
BLS Report – April 2025
Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 177K in April; Unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.2 percent Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 177,000 in April,
The Great Hesitation: Why People Are Waiting to Switch Jobs
Every spring, as the days get longer and iced coffee orders get bolder, there’s another seasonal ritual that stirs in the hearts of many workers:
How We Started a Recruiting Company in a Pandemic—Five Years of Bold Moves, Big Wins, and the Best People
What were you doing on May 4, 2020? We were launching a brand-new recruiting company—in the middle of a global pandemic. Yep. That really happened.
Unlocking Excellence: Creating a Plan to Achieve Greatness
As a manager, your job isn’t just to oversee tasks—it’s to work together with your team to achieve goals. But what if you could create
While Others Wait: Why Now Is the Time to Hire Top Talent
This is certainly not the first time we have seen businesses navigate a volatile economy with mixed signals. For many companies, the decision to pause
BLS Report – March 2025
Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 228k in March; Unemployment rate changed little at 4.2% Both the unemployment rate, at 4.2 percent, and the number
Bonus Time
Do People Quit After Receiving Their Bonuses? For a large number of companies in the Staffing and Recruiting Industry, bonus season is upon us and
BLS Report – February 2025
Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 151k; Unemployment rate changed little at 4.1% Both the unemployment rate, at 4.1 percent, and the number of unemployed
The Strength in Vulnerability & Authenticity: A Path to Growth and Business Success
Vulnerability and authenticity are not signs of weakness—they are the cornerstones of strong leadership and a thriving business. Leaders who are unafraid to show their true selves,
BLS Report – January 2025
Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 143k; Unemployment rate edged down to 4% Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 143,000 in January, and the unemployment
The Power of Connection
In today’s fast-paced work environment, the emphasis often lands on productivity, efficiency, and the bottom line. However, the subtle yet profound power of connection is
BLS Report – December 2024
Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 256k in December; Unemployment rate changed little at 4.1 percent The unemployment rate changed little at 4.1 percent in
Our 2025 Predictions Beyond Mainstream Projections
Our 2025 Predictions Beyond Mainstream Projections As a firm that specializes in recruiting for the staffing industry, XPG Recruit has a unique front row seat
BLS Report – November 2024
Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 227k in November; Unemployment rate changed little at 4.2 percent Both the unemployment rate, at 4.2 percent, and the
The Power of Saying Yes
Taking on challenges at work and stepping outside of your comfort zone is something that’s often easier said than done. Many of us feel comfortable
The Power to Overcome and Lead
In any team setting, whether in a small startup or a large corporation, success is often framed as a collective achievement. Teams come together
Jelly of the Month Club
End of Year Expectations It is the climactic scene in the movie Christmas Vacation. The arrival of the long-awaited holiday bonus that has been discussed
Mandatory Return to Office
We know that many workers are dismayed – even angry – about the return to office mandates companies are starting to issue. It’s understandable. Going
BLS Report – October 2024
Total nonfarm payroll employment Unchanged in October; Unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.1 percent The unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.1 percent in October, and
When You Didn’t See This Coming
We’re seeing companies react to this year’s uncertainty and changing market conditions with staff cuts at every level. We wrote in a previous post that
The Importance of Feedback in Real Time
In today’s fast-paced work environment, the ability to adapt quickly and efficiently is crucial for both individual and organizational success. One key component in achieving this adaptability