Get Hired with Andrew Seaman Breaking Down Job Market Trends and AI’s Impact with LinkedIn’s Chief Economist
Mar 27, 2025
Karin Kimbrough, LinkedIn’s chief economist, offers fascinating insights into current job market trends. She highlights a steady employment rate amid increased competition and a challenging hiring landscape. Discover the booming sectors like healthcare and technology, along with the impact of recent government workforce changes. Kimbrough also explores the increasing demand for AI skills and the need for job seekers to adapt through upskilling, all while navigating the evolving expectations of remote work.
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Tough Job Market
- The current job market is seeing steady unemployment and periodic growth, but hiring is sluggish.
- Job seekers face increased competition due to fewer openings and a rise in applicants per role.
New Roles, Increased Competition
- Employers often hire for new roles instead of backfilling old ones, creating unfamiliar positions for job seekers.
- This shift leads to a more competitive landscape, impacting workforce confidence.
Sector-Specific Growth
- Healthcare remains a consistently strong sector due to demographic trends and biotech investment.
- Technology, information, media, and finance sectors also show positive hiring growth currently.