Hiring freeze ahead? New data points to a sharp slowdown in gob growth

Hiring freeze ahead? Government job growth is slowing sharply. Public-sector roles are stalling. Vacancies remain unfilled. Federal departments pause recruitment. Private companies follow suit. Rising costs and uncertainty cut new hires. Mid-level and managerial jobs see the steepest slowdown. Job growth that added millions in recent years is now plateauing. Fewer openings mean higher competition. Promotions may stall. Skilled candidates and networking are in demand. The labor market is shifting to cautious stability. Adapt, upskill, and plan carefully.