Why the Market Feels “Stuck” (and Why It’s Not Your Fault) In a healthier hiring cycle, people move around more: promotions open seats, retirements create vacancies, and companies expand teams. Right now, that movement is slower. Some organizations are holding roles open longer, narrowing requirements, or pausing searches midstream. At the same time, more candidates are applying to each posting—often with the help of AI tools that make it easy to apply quickly. The result? The system is...

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From May 3 to 9, 2026, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will celebrate Small Business Week, and I am excited to join in the celebration. Throughout the week, I'll be sharing tips on how you can personally support small businesses to maximize your impact. Make sure to follow along and get involved! The Importance of Small Businesses Small businesses are vital to the American economy. They encounter unique challenges that larger corporations usually do not face. These businesses...