As certain industries witness a slowdown in the hiring frenzy of recent years, employers are now adopting a more discerning approach to recruitment. Recent data from LinkedIn reveals that enhancing the quality of hires stands out as a primary concern among recruiters in 2024.

"Quality of hire" emerges as the foremost issue shaping recruitment strategies over the next half-decade, with 54% of talent acquisition experts highlighting its significance. Following closely are areas such as employer branding (49%), candidate experience (47%), flexible work arrangements (44%), and upskilling/reskilling initiatives (40%).

This shift underscores a departure from conventional metrics like time-to-fill and acceptance rates. Instead, hiring managers prioritize identifying candidates of higher quality, capable of making substantial contributions to their organizations.

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