AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWorkplace Pay & Raises: Experts expect average salary increases of about 3.5% in 2027, slightly above this year’s 3.4%, with “peanut butter” across-the-board raises still risking morale and retention. Hiring & AI Scrutiny: New reporting highlights how AI is being used in hiring and testing—plus concerns that some systems “cheat” on benchmarks—raising fresh questions for HR teams about what they measure and how they validate tools. Immigration Rules Impacting Talent: The U.S. may scrap the 60-day H-1B job-loss grace period, with experts warning it could force skilled workers out quickly and disrupt employers’ staffing plans. Career Pathways & Training: Oracle’s Project Jupiter in New Mexico is projected to create thousands of construction and permanent jobs, while multiple programs—from libraries to skills hubs—are expanding community training and career support. Public Sector Staffing Fix: Colorado’s troubled guardianship office is pursuing a “cultural reset” after years of turnover, as it prepares for wider expansion. Job Market Reality Checks: Coverage points to stalled hiring in parts of the U.S. and a tougher graduate market, even as some employers keep recruiting.
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