TRENDS
Where jobseekers are seeking info A recent survey found that careers pages on company websites are the first destination a candidate visits once they’ve identified a potential employer. Here’s how they compare to other popular research channels. Candidate Research Channels (partial list) Company career site LinkedIn career pages Job boards Online groups (LinkedIn, Facebook, Yahoo, Other) Employee, candidate or customer referral
2021 46% 32% 26% 25% 25%
Courtesy of Jason Snyder © Houzz
SOURCE: Talent Board’s 2021 North American Candidate Experience Research Report
Green is growing on homeowners
Vanity flair
According to a recent survey of homeowners who had engaged in recent home renovations, the interest in green product options is strong. Of the homeowners surveyed:
According to the 2021 Houzz Bathroom Trends Study, the number of homeowners opting for blue vanities has doubled in the last year (8% in 2021, 4% in 2020). In addition, medium and light wood tones are gaining ground as a popular color choice for this focal point fixture (14% and 8%, respectively in 2021 from 12% and 6%, respectively in 2020).
70% 90% He said, she said
plan to choose eco-friendly materials for their next home renovation
would consider eco-friendly materials for their next home renovation
SOURCE: 3M 2021 Home Renovation Study
One good thing about COVID-19
The struggle is real According to SCORE’s most recent Small Business Jobs Report, employers are doing whatever they can to attract and retain talent. Here’s a look at some of the changes they made in 2021 to help with hiring and retention: 60.5%
Increased wages
36.6% 34.6%
Professional training and skill development Work from home/remote work options
24.5%
Career path/progression
21.4% 20.2% 17.1% 13.6% 11.3% 10%
Employee recognition programs Additional paid time off/holidays Profit sharing Referral bonuses Hiring bonuses Health and wellness programs Tuition reimbursement Childcare/child-friendly workplaces
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5% 5%
HomeAdvisor recently surveyed 975 homeowners who worked on a home improvement project with a partner and found 65% of women say they are the primary decision-maker—and 63% of men say they are.
According to Lowe’s 2021 Pro Pulse Survey, 67% of pros said the pandemic has improved the reputation of people in skilled trade jobs.
