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Job seekers in 2025 face declining confidence and increased anxiety, while employers must adapt to mass AI-powered applications, prioritize DEI initiatives, and offer flexibility to attract quality candidates.
Key Takeaways Rising Anxiety and Competition: Job seeker confidence is declining, anxiety is up, and competition remains fierce in a challenging job market. AI and Mass Applications: Two in five job seekers apply in bulk, and 58% use AI—making it harder for employers to identify qualified candidates. Flexibility, DEI, and Growth: Job seekers prioritize flexibility, especially Gen X and Millennial caregivers. Gen Z looks for DEI commitments and clear pathways for career growth.
