The U.S. jobs market remains robust, with millions more open positions than unemployed workers. But the pendulum could swing dramatically in the other direction; economic events such as soaring inflation and a falling stock market may lead to layoffs and hiring freezes at more companies.
That looming scenario means some workers may need to adjust to a changing job market. But with many companies still in a hiring mode and competition fierce to acquire high-level talent, candidates still have leverage, and recruiters also should do some things differently — in their cases, sharpen their approaches to better engage prospects.
