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What's Changed in Hiring (and What Every Employer Should Do Next)

Hiring is still happening. But the way candidates find you, evaluate you, and decide whether to engage has fundamentally shifted. If your jobs are getting fewer views, fewer qualified applicants, or less predictable results, you're not doing anything wrong. The hiring landscape has changed in ways that touch every part of the process, from how your job gets seen to how candidates apply, how you screen them, and even how you think about building your team. Here's what changed in 2026, why it matters, and what to do about it.

Tamalyn Holcomb

05/07/2026

Hiring Essentials for Managers

What Is an Employee Referral Program?

Tamalyn Holcomb

Industry Insights

Is Wizehire Legit? Everything You Need to Know

Tamalyn Holcomb

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Top ATS for Small Businesses in 2026

Tamalyn Holcomb

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What’s Changed in Hiring (and What Every Employer Should Do Next)

Tamalyn Holcomb

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Wize Reports and Guides

Small Business Growth Statistics

We have taken the pulse of small businesses to gain insights on hiring challenges, business growth, people management, and the potential lasting effects of the Great Resignation.

08/05/2024

Strategic Hiring Survey Report

Strategic hiring empowers all businesses to move from reactive scrambling to proactive planning.

11/11/2024

Women In Leadership Report

Wizehire's survey reveals challenges fueled by a resurgence of traditional values among young adults.

20/03/2024
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Career Advice

Job Seeker Anxiety: What Job Seekers Fear Most and How to Address It

Job seeker anxiety is rising as economic uncertainty and unclear hiring processes add to their stress. Small businesses that address these concerns can attract top talent, build trust, and stand out in a competitive market.

Leighann Emo 01/08/2025

What Are Ghost Jobs and How Can You Avoid Them?

Ghost jobs are increasingly frustrating job seekers and damaging employer reputations. Learn what ghost jobs are, why they exist, and how to avoid these misleading postings.

Stacie Adams 10/15/2024

The STAR Interview Process

Once you’ve sorted through your candidates and sent out interview invitations, it’s time to prepare the job interview questions. One popular method of asking and responding to interview questions is the STAR interview process, also known as the STAR interview method.

Kaylyn McKenna 09/16/2024
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Talent Acquisition

What Is an Employee Referral Program?

Your best candidates might already be one conversation away. When you ask your current employees to recommend people they know for open roles, you're tapping into something no job board can replicate: a personal endorsement from someone who already understands your culture, your expectations, and what it takes to succeed on your team. That's the core of an employee referral program, and the numbers make a strong case for formalizing it. Here's what you need to know to build one that works.

Tamalyn Holcomb 06/22/2026

Top ATS for Small Businesses in 2026

Hiring is getting harder to predict. Candidates have more options, job boards are more crowded, and small business owners are spending more time sorting through applications than actually making hiring decisions. A good applicant tracking system (ATS) for small businesses brings structure to the process, cuts the manual busywork, and helps you focus on the right people faster. This guide covers the top ATS options for small businesses in 2026, evaluated on automation, HR integrations, ease of use, and multi-location hiring support.

Tamalyn Holcomb 06/01/2026

What’s Changed in Hiring (and What Every Employer Should Do Next)

Hiring is still happening. But the way candidates find you, evaluate you, and decide whether to engage has fundamentally shifted. If your jobs are getting fewer views, fewer qualified applicants, or less predictable results, you're not doing anything wrong. The hiring landscape has changed in ways that touch every part of the process, from how your job gets seen to how candidates apply, how you screen them, and even how you think about building your team. Here's what changed in 2026, why it matters, and what to do about it.

Tamalyn Holcomb 05/07/2026
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Industry Insights

Is Wizehire Legit? Everything You Need to Know

If you've received an email from Wizehire, spotted the name on a job application, or are considering using the platform to hire, you may be wondering whether it's legitimate. It is. Wizehire is a trusted hiring platform used by thousands of small and mid-sized businesses across the country. Here's what you need to know about how it works, how it keeps job seekers and employers safe, and why you can trust it.

Tamalyn Holcomb 06/11/2026

What Human-First Leadership Looks Like in the Age of AI

In a fireside chat with Wizehire VP of Marketing Carmen Bryant, Paul Wolfe, author of Human Beings First and former HR leader at Indeed, Condé Nast, and Match.com, shares practical insights on leading with empathy, navigating tough conversations, and building stronger teams in an AI-powered workplace.

Christel Sonnekalb 03/06/2026

Hiring on a Budget: Why DIY and Recruitment Agencies Aren’t Your Only Option

Hiring quality talent is one of the smartest investments your small business can make. However, limited budgets and time constraints often make hiring feel overwhelming. Many businesses turn to do-it-yourself (DIY) hiring or expensive recruitment agencies, but both options have their challenges. Fortunately, Wizehire offers a cost-effective alternative that combines intuitive tools and expert support to make hiring on a budget stress-free.

Sarah Foley 04/02/2025
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