The staffing industry is entering an era where candidates behave more like informed consumers than passive job seekers. According to the 2025 HireClix Candidate Experience Survey, today’s workforce is digitally savvy, values-driven, and expects employers to deliver a seamless, authentic hiring experience. For staffing leaders, adapting to these shifts is essential for winning top talent in a competitive market.

Career sites are no longer optional — they’re essential

In 2025, career sites rival LinkedIn as a trusted source of employer information. Four in ten candidates now say a company’s career site is a top influence in their decision-making, a jump