Holiday Hiring 2026: Fewer Open Doors for Workers

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Steve Boese

Co-Founder and Chief Data Officer of H3 HR Advisors and Program Chair, HR Technology Conference

About this episode

The holiday hiring season is taking shape, and employers appear cautious about adding workers.

 

In this episode, Steve examines the latest seasonal staffing news and what it reveals about a labor market that can feel stable to people with jobs while offering fewer openings to people seeking one.

 

 

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October 12, 2026

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