Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Factors that have Created this Whacky Job Market - Q1 2026 - Layoffs / Company Restructuring / Overhiring from 2020-2022

 Factors that have Created this Whacky Job Market - Q1 2026 - Layoffs / Company Restructuring / Overhiring from 2020-2022

Following a period of aggressive hiring during and immediately after the pandemic, couple with artificial intelligence (AI) penetration into daily job functions, many companies have adopted a cautious strategy to hiring, leading to longer interview cycles and fewer openings for roles.  In addition, layoffs in sectors like tech and logistics have contributed to a fear-driven market, lengthening hiring cycles and creating log jams in many companies, creating "job hugging" and lack of movement.

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