CNBC Marathon explores current labor market challenges, including job hunting, remote work, and a trend called “quiet cutting.” A staffing firm found that unemployed workers apply to around 30 positions but receive only four responses on average, raising concerns about job accessibility. The shift from fully remote work during the pandemic to corporate offices has made finding remote jobs increasingly difficult, with some companies enforcing return mandates. Additionally, the emergence of “quiet cutting” indicates employers are regaining control over staffing, following trends initiated by the “great resignation.” This highlights the evolving dynamics of the modern workplace.
