With the unemployment rate lower than the national average at 2%, the job market for the insurance industry is particularly tight. (Photo: Shutterstock)
Talent management continues to be a top concern among C-Suite leaders in all industries, and for good reason. Finding and retaining the best talent is the only way to safeguard the future of your organization.
Unemployment is at a record low, while the number of companies hiring is high
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national unemployment rate for October 2019 was 3.5%, matching a level it last saw in December 1969. ExecuSearch finds that 62% of employers are planning on expanding their teams in 2019.
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