The Summer Employment Slowdown - Myth or Reality?

Depending on how you interpret the Employment slowdown, it can be both. The summer slowdown has been a genuine problem for the US economy over the last few years. However, the data revealed in the ADP's National Employment Report (July 2013) indicates that this year it may be avoided as job-growth figures remain strong, but some industry sectors might struggle to fill their new positions. Whether it's a healthy or a struggling jobs market, the myth or reality of the summer employment slowdown is not to do with whether the jobs are there or not. It is simply the experience of delays at that time of year. 

Recruitment - A Question of Logistics

Candidate Availability

Keep the Employment Process Moving

Candidates should keep searching during summer. Be available - isn't it more important to secure a job than go on holiday? Be patient - expect the process to take a little longer. Consider temporary roles. Many companies backfill their summer employment shortages with temporary staff  This is a great way to get known within the company and these can sometimes lead to full-time positions. Remember the process can just as easily speed up as it can slow down as companies take advantage of staff availability before their holidays. So it really can pay to keep searching for employment over the summer.

Recruiters - Plan the Employment Process in Advance

If you plan to hire over summer get your process rolling straightaway. Plan interview dates well in advance so you know which staff you have available to conduct them. It may be significant to see which candidates will forego or interrupt holidays to secure a job and which let holidays take precedence. Source your ideal candidates well in advance if you are looking for college or university graduates. They will be keen to know they have secured employment.