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2026 service franchise hiring report

Get service franchise hiring benchmarks based on millions of applicants, with insights to improve sourcing, candidate response speed, and hiring performance.

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Learn how the American Franchise Act could bring clarity to joint employer rules and help franchisors better support their franchisees.

The Franchise People Playbook

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As the Hispanic community continues to grow, demand for top bilingual employees is sure to grow with it. How can you stay competitive when attracting and

We have been collecting statistics on hiring for 17 years, and most of the hiring stats you see online are recycled from the same five reports.

Competition for candidates remains fierce, and employers are finding it hard to keep up and recruit the talent they’re after. Candidate “ghosting” has become an increasingly

No, you’re not imagining things: You’ve likely been receiving fewer applicants for your job postings lately. Our recent Recruiting Metrics Report found that while the number of

What is a one-way video interview? It’s the screening step where a candidate records video answers alone, with nobody on the other end. Technology has genuinely

Your careers page’s is the hub of your employer brand. A strong careers site compels job seekers to apply while a weak one can deter job

In 2020, it was estimated that over 3.6 billion people were using social media worldwide and this number is expected to rise to 4.41 billion by

Any business knows how important reviews are for their brand. Reviews give customers a clearer idea of the products or services they’re purchasing and help them

It’s no secret that making the right hires is crucial for running a successful business. A consistent hiring process helps you accomplish this. Not only should

Every business owner wants to create a great place to work for their employees, but being a great place to work means more than just pizza

CareerPlug is on a mission to help employers hire and develop the right people. As a part of this mission, we conduct original research throughout the

What is Passive Recruiting? Passive recruiting refers to the candidates who aren’t actively pursuing a new job, but could be the perfect fit for your team.